U.S. Department of Education Office of Civil Rights Guidance to Districts for Students with ADHD
The Office of Civil Rights has issued an advisory "Dear Colleague" letter along with a Resource Guide for students with ADHD.
Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Behavioral Support Programming
Behavior support has come a long way, but it is quickly about to get exponentially better thanks to Artificial Intelligence (AI).
Board Members, Sunshine Act & Social Media
Does communicating about school district business in a private social media group violate the state Sunshine Act?
Litigation Update
Sweet Stevens Katz & Williams fiercely advocates for its clients, sharing some recent favorable decisions.
Districts Must Monitor More than Academics
Districts primarily place focus on student academics. A recent hearing officer decision in a special education case warns not to lose sight of other important aspects of each student’s access to education.
Recent Office of Civil Rights Investigations Involving IHPs
A number of United States Department of Education Office of Civil Rights decisions have declared schools in violation of Section 504 for failing to consider evaluations for students on Individual Health Plans (IHPs) in various fact situations.
The Bureau of Special Education Complaint Process: A Refresher Course
An overview of the Bureau of Special Education complaint process: the statutory authority behind complaints, Pennsylvania’s procedures, and advice on to how to prepare for and defend such complaints.
Changes to ADA Regulations Go Into Effect on October 11, 2016
On August 11, 2016, the United States Department of Justice published a final rule in the Federal Register revising the Americans with Disabilities (ADA) regulations. The regulations go into effect on October 11, 2016.
Change in Law Affecting School Staff and Students with Diabetes
An update to the Pennsylvania Public School Code now permits non-medical school staff to provide diabetes care and treatment for students with diabetes.
New Drone Rules and Their Impact on the Use of Drones in Education
As of August 29, 2016, a new FAA rule is in effect for the use of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems, otherwise known as "drones."