Watch this recording for the latest information on developments in the reauthorized IDEA and gain practical advice on how to effectively implement IDEA requirements in order to ensure compliance with the regulations while meeting the needs of students with disabilities.
John B. Comegno II – Special Education Law in New Jersey
Transgender rights: How does emerging case law and new federal direction affect your schools?
Are service animals a Special Education consideration?
Balance the needs of the students with legal compliance and resources
Develop a data-driven, bullet proof IEP and avoid costly mistakes
Leave this seminar with concrete best practices to ensure compliance with legal mandates
One of the greatest challenges that you face today is ensuring compliance and implementation of the IDEA. With the many recent changes in both federal and state special education regulations, it is essential that you not only have an awareness of the changes taking place, but also have an understanding of how these changes impact your day-to-day activities and the students you serve. A cursory knowledge of the law or applying common sense does not begin to protect school districts and professionals against the potential legal and financial consequences of misinterpreting special education regulations.
Watch this recording for the latest information on developments in the reauthorized IDEA and gain practical advice on how to effectively implement IDEA requirements in order to ensure compliance with the regulations while meeting the needs of students with disabilities. Find answers to the following questions and many more.
What are the current Best Practices?
How can data assist in IEP defense and litigation?
How can I better support our schools, teachers and special education staff?
Compare IDEA and Section 504 principles and policy basics.
Explain policy basis for the major disability laws.
List four strategies to help avoid due process and other issues.
Summarize three strategies that properly address behavioral and disciplinary concerns.
Outline the IEP development process that meets regulatory requirements.
Examine sensitivities to ethical considerations in the delivery of special education and physical accommodations.
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The Rules: Legal Basis and Policy Basics
Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act
Basis and Goals
Development of the Law
Compare/Contrast Laws
Section 504
Special Education Considerations
General Education Particulars
Who’s eligible, and who’s not (And why it’s critically important to know the difference)
Criteria best practices
Differences between Section 504 and IDEA eligibility
LRE is Not Just a Place
Does placement determine IEP?
IEP best practice considerations
Smart Goals and Objectives
Dyslexia is not (any longer) a four letter word
The biggest ticket
Rules for Identification and Evaluation
IDEA
Evaluation Options
The IEE is not a blank check
How to properly (and efficiently) address Independent Evaluation requests
Staying out of Trouble; Simple Ways to Avoid Due Process
Comegno Combat Rules
Practical Suggestions
Capitalizing on District Resources
What wins cases? (Or more importantly, how can we best address student needs?)
Data
Discipline and Behavioral Intervention
Constitutional Limitations
General Education Rules and Regulations
IDEA
Regulatory Concerns
MDs, FBAs, and other Great, Important Acronyms
Everybody loves a pony
How (and when) are service animals a Special Education issue?
Tips
Effective and Compliant IEPs
Regulatory Requirements
Practical Considerations
Who? When? How? How Long?
Consent considerations
They need to sign it. (Right? I mean, don’t they?)
Ethical Considerations
Student Records Issues
“Need to Know”
Rules; FERPA, IDEA, State Rules
Team Involvement
Involvement of Teacher and Others
Transgender issues
He wants to use which bathroom?!
Scenarios
Case Law
