Legal Articles, Other

New Connecticut Law Improves Data Privacy for Special Education Students

Article on new Connecticut law seeking to improve the data privacy of special education students.

New CT Law to Address Communication Needs for Hearing Impaired Students

Blog post on new law seeking to improve special education for hearing impaired students.

Timely Access to Special Education Resources: What You Need to Know

Blog post on what parents need to know about special education resources.

7 Steps to Keep Your Wandering Student Safe

FAQ with some tips on how to keep track of a wandering special education student.

Panel Confirms 32 Special Education Law Violations by Darien Schools

Blog post on recent violations of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act by the Darien school district.

Connecticut State Attorney Confirms Residential Coverage for Special Ed Students

Blog post on the recent opinion of the state attorney general that school boards must pay for residential costs of special education students.

Darien Schools Amend Special Education Violations With New Development Program

Article on the Darien school district's new measures to improve special education in their schools.

Connecticut School District Responsible for Detainee's Special Education

Blog post on the rights of detained children to receive an education.

The U.S. Dept. of Education's Office for Civil Rights (OCR): An Overview

Blog post giving an overview of the Office of Civil RIghts at the Department of Education.

OCR Complaints and Due Process: What You Need to Know

Blog post on the process of bringing a claim under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act.

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