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02/02/2014

In case any of you are wondering what our legislators have been up to, they just passed a bill that is completely detrimental to our children.

01/22/2012

The Alabama School Connection is committed to keeping us informed about legislation that's being considered that will affect our children and families. They've redesigned their site. http://www.alabamaschoolconnection.org/wordpress1/

Here you go. Turns out all of the pre-filed bills specifically having to do with K-12 education in Alabama as of January 20 have to do with either decreasing the minimum mandatory school age from 7 to 6, increasing accountability for schools where bullying is happening (the Alex Moore Anti-Bullying...

01/05/2012

Shameful :(

People with disabilities such as visual impairment, dyslexia or attention-deficit hyperactivity disorder say they are entitled to extra time, special software or other accommodations that will best ensure that the test reflects their aptitude rather than their disability.

09/14/2011

The LEARN Act authorizes the Secretary of Education to award grants to states for comprehensive planning to improve the literacy of children from birth through grade 12 and also gives priority to states serving a high number or percentage of impoverished children and, for those serving students from...

09/13/2011

Is there a reliable roadmap to health and happiness? If your child has a disability, do you need take a different road? Not really. Perseverance and proactivity are essential, and six healthy coping strategies ...

08/27/2011

Please share: If you know of any children who were displaced by the April tornadoes (or have lost their home for any reason) please contact us. These children are entitled to services to make sure that they handle the transition and their education doesn't suffer.

08/07/2011

http://www.stopbullyingnow.com/

07/03/2011

Enock and Gisele Plancher, parents of UCF football player Ereck Plancher, said in an exclusive interview with the Orlando Sentinel they hope their legal victory helps other college athletes.

02/15/2011

http://www.wrightslaw.com/nltr/11/nl.0215.htm

In this issue of the Special Ed Advocate, you'll learn what the school must do to determine if your child's behavior is caused by her disability. We answer some of the many questions we are receiving from parents and teachers who have questions about discipline.

02/15/2011

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01/23/2011

VERY good advice!