SPECIAL EDUCATION
We Assist Charter Schools in Complying with Special Education Laws and Defending Against Due Process Claims
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (“IDEA”) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act (“Section 504”) are complicated laws with very specific requirements. Charter schools have certain duties to identify students who may need to be evaluated for services and to implement an eligible student’s IEP Plan or 504 Plan. Additionally, special education laws come up often in the context of discipline, as students with IEP Plans and 504 Plans are afforded certain procedural protections.
It is inevitable that a charter school will have to, at some point, respond to a complaint by a student or parent that they have been denied due process. Such claims could allege discriminatory practices or actions of the school/staff, denial of a free and appropriate public education, or failure to meet the needs of students with exceptionalities or disabilities. Navigating these confusing and difficult waters can be extremely troubling and potentially devastating without the help of experienced and professional attorneys.
At the Arnold Law Firm, we advise charter schools on how to implement and comply with the IDEA and Section 504 and other applicable laws related to disabled students. We also help charter schools who are facing due process complaints from parents or students. We have represented a number of charter schools in due process hearings, as well as in IEP and Section 504 meetings. Our advice can help schools prepare for and prevent these types of issues, as well as defend against a due process complaint against the school. Don’t be overwhelmed by the process. Don’t be confused as to what the law is regarding these issues.
Contract our law firm today to find out how we can help your charter school in the implementation of special education laws and to prepare for due process claims.