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.
Reports & Resources
Shifting the Tide: Exploring Centralization of Services for Students with Disabilities in New Orleans
In response to persistent challenges associated with ensuring that New Orleans’ families and... read more →
December 7, 2023
The U.S. Department of Education’s Guidance, “State General Supervision Responsibilities under Parts B and C of the IDEA: Monitoring, Technical Assistance, and Enforcement”
On July 24, 2023, the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) of the U.S. Department of Education (US ED) released... read more →
September 5, 2023
ED’s OSEP Issues Guidance on State IDEA Monitoring and Compliance
On July 24th, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Special Education Programs (OSEP) released guidance regarding IDEA monitoring and compliance activities... read more →
July 26, 2023
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
Enabling Meaningful Inclusion: Lessons from School Leaders
In partnership with the Educating All Learners Alliance and the Canopy Project, CLE identified and interviewed school leaders... read more →
December 22, 2022It Is Time to Unearth and Stop Subterranean Discipline and Exclusion
The circumstances are sobering and unacceptable: Students are being suspended and expelled from American public schools at an alarming rate.... read more →
December 21, 2022News & Commentary
The New World of Student Discipline for Students With and Without Disabilities
The pandemic has ushered in a new era of student discipline, both in and outside of the school building.... read more →
December 4, 2023
Inclusion Includes Everyone: Honoring the Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
On this 33rd anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), we honor and celebrate its profound impact on our... read more →
July 26, 2023
CREDO Study Shows Public Charters are Outpacing Traditional Schools, but More Work is Needed to Effectively Serve Students with Disabilities
As a Matter of Fact: The National Charter School Study III 2023 (NCSSIII) is the third national study by CREDO evaluating... read more →
June 13, 2023Recap: 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