Special Education - General Information
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This section of PALawHelp.org has information and resources about Special Education - General Information in Pennsylvania.
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A Comparison of the Rights of a Child with a Disability Who Needs "Special Education" and a Child Who is a "Protected Handicapped Student"
The Education Law Center - Pennsylvania provides this comparison chart comparing qualification and requirements of the respective categories of students. [PDF] Content Detail
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Assistive Technology for Children with Disabilities
Information from the Education Law Center - Pennsylvania on the availability of assistive technology for children with disabilities. [PDF] Content Detail
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Educational Rights of Children with Special Needs
Consumer information pamphlet from the Pennsylvania Bar Association. [PDF] Content Detail
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Education Law Center
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. Content Detail
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Education Rights for Mentally Gifted Students
Consumer Legal Information Pamphlet from the Pennsylvania Bar Association. Content Detail
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Education Rights for Students with Disabilities
Consumer Legal Information Pamphlet from the Pennsylvania Bar Association Content Detail
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Eight Common Myths About Special Education Laws
The Education Law Center - Pennsylvania provides this discussion of common myths about the special education system. [PDF] Content Detail
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Getting Help for Children with Disabilities in Private Schools
Education Law Center - Pennsylvania provides information about the rights and responsibilities of students with disabilities and the private schools they may attend. [PDF] Content Detail
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Graduation Requirements for Children with Disabilities
The Education Law Center - Pennsylvania provides information on graduation requirements for students with disabilities. [PDF] Content Detail
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How Can a Pennsylvania Child's Attorney Help a Child in Care Get Needed Special Education Help?
Information from the Education Law Center - Pennsylvania on step's a child's attorney can take to protect the child's right to special education services. [PDF] Content Detail
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How Can a Pennsylvania Foster Parent Help a Child in Care Get Needed Special Education Help?
Information from the Education Law Center - Pennsylvania on when a foster parent can make decisions regarding their foster child's special education needs. [PDF] Content Detail
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How Can a Pennsylvania Judge Help a Child in Care Get Needed Special Education Help?
Information from the Education Law Center - Pennsylvania on what a Judge can do to protect a child's right to special education services. [PDF] Content Detail
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How to be a Good Advocate for Your Child: Tips for Parents
The Education Law Center - Pennsylvania offers useful tips for parents on how to be a good advocate for your child. [PDF] Content Detail
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How to Resolve Special Education Disputes
Information from the Education Law Center - Pennsylvania on how to resolve a dispute involving an evaluation, Individualized Education Program (IEP), or placement the school offers your child. [PDF] Content Detail
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Key Timelines in the School-Age Special Education System
A review of the deadlines in place in the School-Age Special Education systems and what you can do if these are not met from the Education Law Center - Pennsylvania. [PDF] Content Detail
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