Secretary Linda McMahon said funding for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act will likely be moved to the Department of Health of Human Services.
Let's examine both sides of the argument, presenting cases for and against the dissolution of this federal agency in order to help you stay informed on why there are various perspectives.
Linda McMahon, President Trump's pick for the Department of Education, hinted at several ways she plans to lead the agency during her confirmation hearing last week.
The partnership between the National Alliance of Black School Educators and the Association of Latino Administrators and Superintendents advocates for policies that benefit all students and leverages our collective knowledge to drive meaningful reform.
When we highlight transition skills with our special education students, we build and deepen the connections between "what we do today" and "how it will impact us in the future."
When physical education is modified to be accessible and fun, all students can build the confidence, competence and motivation to see movement as part of a healthy and joyful lifestyle.
How much IEP progress is enough for a district to show that it provided free appropriate public education? According to one court regarding a middle schooler with a seizure disorder, not hitting annual IEP goals is not enough progress.
Their role goes beyond simply being an extra pair of eyes—they can be instrumental in creating a controlled, safe, and peaceful environment for the nation's most vulnerable students.
Administrators can create a school where all students, including transgender children, feel safe, respected and empowered to flourish. Embracing diversity enriches our school communities and prepares students to be compassionate, understanding individuals.
