Episode Summary: On this episode of Speak Up Arkansas, we are joined by Senator Joyce Elliott with Get Loud Arkansas as well as Rebecca Zimmerman … [Read more...] about Speak Up Arkansas: Why Voting in Every Election is Important
Speak Up Arkansas: Back to School with IEPs
Episode Summary: This is an important time of year for parents, students, and educators – back to school! It can also be a frustrating and scary … [Read more...] about Speak Up Arkansas: Back to School with IEPs
Back-to-School: Resources for Special Education
A new school year is upon us, and while it looks different under a pandemic, schools are still required to make and honor IEPs for students. We … [Read more...] about Back-to-School: Resources for Special Education
Special education in the time of COVID: Tonight on KABF 88.3
On tonight's Speak Up Arkansas, we're talking about special education. Thanks to COVID-19, the schools are closed – but across the state of … [Read more...] about Special education in the time of COVID: Tonight on KABF 88.3
DRA joins members of Consortium in opposing waivers under IDEA, Rehabilitation Act
Over 300 national, state, and local organizations representing people with disabilities and their families have sent a letter to congressional … [Read more...] about DRA joins members of Consortium in opposing waivers under IDEA, Rehabilitation Act
CALL TO ACTION: Protect Education Rights During COVID
Congress Using COVID-19 to Strip Students with Disabilities of Access to Education Congress wants to give Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos … [Read more...] about CALL TO ACTION: Protect Education Rights During COVID
What’s the difference? “State complaint” vs. “due process”
What is the difference between a state complaint and due process? In our practice, I have heard parents, advocates, and even attorneys refer to … [Read more...] about What’s the difference? “State complaint” vs. “due process”
College bound? Here’s what you need to know to prepare for the transition
High school students with disabilities may have questions about their rights as they transition from high school to college. While the Individuals … [Read more...] about College bound? Here’s what you need to know to prepare for the transition
Restraint and seclusion in schools: What you need to know
Disability Rights Arkansas (DRA) has long held that students, especially those with disabilities, need legal protections regarding the use of … [Read more...] about Restraint and seclusion in schools: What you need to know