Ten days of removal. One legal question: Was the behavior connected to a disability? That is all a manifestation determination review decides. For a district
Talesha C. had taught special education for years before she ever taught a lesson from her home office. When she took on a virtual special
“We posted the job. We had zero applicants.” That’s a direct quote from Mike Leddy, Director of Student Services in Kenton, Ohio, and it perfectly
Every Special Education Director knows the stakes when a student isn’t getting services. Missed IEP minutes. Delayed development. Families running out of options. The research
Compliance gaps reveal challenges like service delivery shortfalls, staffing breakdowns, and missed opportunities to support students. As the new school year approaches, many districts are
When a student with ADHD struggles to focus, stay organized, or regulate emotions, it can impact not only their academic progress but also the classroom
In many schools, general education and special education still operate in separate worlds, with different teams, meetings, and goals. When these systems stay disconnected, students
When the people responsible for a student’s success aren’t working together, it creates chaos. Teachers struggle to balance behavior and academic needs, families feel disconnected
Special education evaluations shape the future of students who need extra support, yet the process is far from straightforward. A single evaluation can determine whether
When students struggle academically, behaviorally, or emotionally, it can be hard to know what kind of help they need. Even when educators, families, and support
