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Information from the Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
Education Law Center
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The Education Law Center is a non-profit legal advocacy and educational organization, dedicated to ensuring that all of Pennsylvania's children have access to a quality public education.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
The Right to Special Education in Pennsylvania: A Guide for Parents
(Separate Website)
This manual is designed to help parents learn how the special education system works in Pennsylvania and how you can make it work for your child.
Important Notice: Addendum to Chapter 10 By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
Overview of the Special Education Process
(Separate Website)
General overview of the Special Education process and how it operates in Pennsylvania.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
The Right to Special Education In Pennsylvania: A Guide for Parents (2009 Edition) [PDF]
(Separate Website)
This Guide describes the legal rules that govern the special education and early intervention programs in Pennsylvania for children from age three until schooling ends.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Parent Guide to Special Education for School Age Children
(Separate Website)
Information for parents on Special Education for school-age children.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
The Rights of Gifted Students in Pennsylvania
(Separate Website)
Information on the rights of gifted students.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
Key Timelines in the School-Age Special Education System
(Separate Website)
A review of the deadline in place in the School-Age Special Education systems and what you can do if these are not met.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
Eight Common Myths About Special Education Laws (PDF)
(Separate Website)
Discussion of common myths about the special education system.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
When is Your Child with a Disability Entitled to Extended School Year (ESY) Services? (PDF)
(Separate Website)
Information on when special education and related services beyond the normal school year, such as in the summer or during school vacations, should be provided to a child with a disability
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
When is Your Child Entitled to Therapies or Other Related Services from Your School District or Early Intervention Provider?
(Separate Website)
Information on the right of students with disabilities to services related to their special education programs.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
Assistive Technology for Students with Disabilities (PDF)
(Separate Website)
Information on the availability of assitive technology for students with disabilities.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
Getting Help for Children with Disabilities in Private Schools
(Separate Website)
Information about the rights and responsibilities of students with disabilities and the private schools they may attend.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
How to be a Good Advocate for Your Child: Tips for Parents (PDF)
(Separate Website)
Useful tips for parents on how to be a good advocate for your child.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
A Comparison of the Rights of a Child with a Disability Who Needs "Special Education" and a Child Who is a "Protected Handicapped Student"
(Separate Website)
Comparison chart comparing qualification and requirements of the respective categories of students.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
Who Can Make Special Education Decisions for a Child with a Disability in Out of Home Care in Pennsylvania [PDF]
(Separate Website)
This Fact Sheet describes the sometimes complex and confusing rules about which adult can make special education decisions for a child in out-of-home care, and under what circumstances.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
How Can a Pennsylvania Foster Parent Help a Child in Care Get Needed Special Education Help?
(Separate Website)
Information on when a foster parent can make decisions regarding their foster child's special education needs.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
How Can a Pennsylvania Child's Attorney Help a Child in Care Get Needed Special Education Help?
(Separate Website)
Information on step's a child's attorney can take to protect the child's right to special education services.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
How Can a Pennsylvania Judge Help a Child in Care Get Needed Special Education Help?
(Separate Website)
Information on what a Judge can do to protect a child's right to special education services.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
Transportation for Students with Disabilities in Pennsylvania (PDF)
(Separate Website)
Information about transportation services available to students with disabilities.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
Long Bus Rides for Children with Disabilities (PDF)
(Separate Website)
Information on transportation services provided by bus for students in special education programs.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
Graduation Requirements for Children with Disabilities
(Separate Website)
Information on graduation requirements for students with disabilities.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
Transition to Adult Life for Students with Disabilities (PDF)
(Separate Website)
Information on transition services providing skills the student needs to learn to be prepared for his or her adult life.
By: Education Law Center - Pennsylvania
Information from Bar Associations and Other Legal Organizations
Educational Rights of Children with Special Needs
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Consumer information pamphlet from the Pennsylvania Bar Association.
By: Pennsylvania Bar Association
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