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Wiseman, Alexander W.; Damaschke-Deitrick, Lisa; Park, Maureen F.; Bell, Joel C. – Journal of Latinos and Education, 2023
This research examines the gap between federal and state legal standards and policies related to educational provision for school-age youth detained in the United States, and secondary evidence documenting the educational services that are provided to unaccompanied im/migrant children in federal custody. The educational provision for unaccompanied…
Descriptors: Educational Policy, Immigrants, Institutionalized Persons, Access to Education
Louisiana Department of Education, 2012
This handbook was developed to support parents of children with disabilities in understanding the Federal and State requirements under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). It provides information that promotes working with the school district to help provide appropriate services to children, while informing parents of their…
Descriptors: Disabilities, Disability Identification, Federal Legislation, Educational Legislation
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Shipley, Tracy Elizabeth – Journal of Law & Education, 2002
Summarizes current law on the legal responsibilities of day-care centers for special-needs children under Americans with Disabilities Act and Section 504. Examines cases involving reasonable modifications for HIV-positive children. Also examines cases determining reasonable accommodation for children with allergic reactions, diabetes,…
Descriptors: Allergy, Asthma, Attendants, Behavior Disorders
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Pardeck, John T. – Early Child Development and Care, 1996
Focuses on the rights of special needs children in the schooling process. Outlines a number of laws that protect the educational rights of exceptional children, noting that, unfortunately, school systems often fail to provide all the services needed. Presents skills and strategies parents need to conduct advocacy on behalf of their children with…
Descriptors: Child Advocacy, Childrens Rights, Disabilities, Elementary Education
Pitt County Schools, Greenville, NC. – 1993
This guide, intended for regular educators in Pitt County, North Carolina, attempts to answer questions concerning Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, compares this statute with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), and offers practical suggestions for implementing Section 504. An introduction explains the right of a…
Descriptors: Accessibility (for Disabled), Childrens Rights, Compliance (Legal), Definitions