A Secondary Analysis of the Most Recent Civil Rights Data Collection to Inform Policy and Practice
Read our new briefs examining key findings about the experiences of students with disabilities in charter and traditional public schools.
CLE's Framework for Equitable Education
This brief lays out a strategic, city-based framework to drive systemic and sustainable change that will lead to better access and outcomes for students with disabilities.
5 Tips for Ensuring Virtual Meeting Accessibility
Online meetings, events, and webinars bring unique accessibility challenges. In partnership with the Educating All Learners Alliance, we’ve rounded up top tips for creating an inclusive virtual environment.
The Center for Learner Equity works toward a future in which schools are designed for the margins from the start. We do so alongside our partners in the education reform and disability advocacy communities while providing expert guidance to policymakers, education leaders, and advocates that bridges the gap between theory and practice.
What We Do
Document and Communicate Facts
The Center is committed to disseminating information about the status of students with disabilities in traditional and charter public schools.
Inform Policy
As a part of our efforts to engage in the national discussion, the Center works to track and inform federal, state, and local policy that impacts students with disabilities.
Develop Coalitions
The Center is committed to bringing together stakeholders to change the status quo for children with disabilities.
Build Capacity in the Field
The Center engages key stakeholders to implement practices that leverage the flexibility created by charter laws to support the full inclusion of students with disabilities.
News from the Center
Recap: Enabling Meaningful Inclusion
In partnership with the Educating All Learners Alliance and the Canopy Project, CLE identified and interviewed school leaders who... read more →
March 29, 2023
CLE Statement Regarding Dear Colleague Letter on Corporal Punishment
At CLE, we were heartened to read Secretary Cordona’s Dear Colleague Letter condemning corporal punishment and urging all states to... read more →
March 29, 2023
Black History Month 2023
During the month of February, CLE highlighted Black disability activists that are making a powerful impact on social media... read more →
February 20, 2023
CLE Announces New Senior Director of Strategy & Impact
The Center for Learner Equity (CLE) is excited to announce the promotion of Jennifer Coco into a new position,... read more →
January 17, 2023
CLE Receives Research Grant
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Contact: Caché Owens Senior Director of Communications and Marketing cowens@centerforlearnerequity.org New York, NY (January 9, 2022)... read more →
January 9, 2023
Lauren Morando Rhim Co-Writes Bracing for a Tidal Wave of Unnecessary Special Education Referrals
CLE executive director, Lauren Morando Rhim co-wrote a piece for The 74 Million titled "Bracing for... read more →
January 3, 2023
