The members of the Equity Coalition believe that it is now more important than ever for schools to commit to permanently rejecting harsh exclusionary discipline practices for all students and especially for those with disabilities.
Dec 15
Dec 14
We look forward to working closely with the Biden Administration and see great opportunity in the joint priorities we share regarding educators, school resources, student-centered supports, and federal investments that lead to every child having access to a high-quality education.
Dec 11
As the Biden education transition team conducts its search for the next Secretary of Education, the Center has joined fellow advocacy organizations in signing onto a letter expressing concerns about the possible nomination of Lily Eskelon Garcia.
Dec 11
On December 11, the 74 Million reported on a letter of concern signed by disability rights groups, including the Center, opposing the possible appointment of Lily Eskelsen Garcia to head the Department of Education.
Dec 11
On December 11, the NJ Ed Report published a letter of concern signed by disability rights groups, including the Center, opposing the possible appointment of Lily Eskelsen Garcia to head the Department of Education.
Dec 10
On December 10, the 74 Million reported that a number of disability rights groups, including the Center, signed a letter of concern with the possible appointment of Lily Eskelsen Garcia to head the Department of Education.
Dec 06
In December 2020, Lauren Morando Rhim joined NBC Montana to discuss the challenges of educating students with disabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dec 02
This interactive visual database includes data on enrollment, discipline, local educational agency (LEA) status, authorizer, and funding aimed at building understanding of the special education landscape and related trends across every state in the nation.
Dec 02
This page provides sources, methodology, and definitions for the Center’s interactive database, Trends in Special Education in Charter and Traditional Public Schools by U.S. State.
Nov 29
This week, as we focus on gratitude, we’re also celebrating the 45th birthday of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).