In drafting the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Congress clearly contemplated that, at times, there would be disagreements between parents of children with disabilities
Children can have all sorts of difficulties growing up. Sometimes problems are obvious right from the start; and sometimes they do not appear until a child is
A Parent’s Guide to Special Education Terms Accommodations Changes that allow a person with a disability to participate fully in an activity. Examples include, extended
What is the Purpose of RSA? The purpose of the Reading Sufficiency Act (RSA) is to ensure that all Oklahoma students are reading on grade
Special Education Services Oklahoma State Department of Education The Oklahoma State Department of Education, Special Education Services (OSDE-SES) is committed to providing guidance and support
SoonerStart Families Infants and toddlers learn best through everyday experiences and interaction with familiar people in familiar settings. All families, with the necessary supports and
What is an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)? The school district has completed their Evaluation of your child, but you aren’t sure if you agree with
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, is a civil rights law that prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability. This law
Extended School Year Services (ESY) What is Extended School Year (ESY)? For many students who receive special education services, the regular school year is enough
Special Education Publications The Oklahoma State Department of Education (OSDE) published the Special Education Policies, the Special Education Handbook and the Special Education Process Guide.