Education

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Students with disabilities have a right to a good education, whether at the college or K-12 level. In fact, it's the law! However, especially in public elementary and secondary schools, securing optimal education for children with disabilities, can be a daunting challenge for parents, one they may deal with for years. Learn more here about special education resources as well as the many supports available for college students with physical and/or learning disabilities.

 

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Special needs education can run the gamut from a severe learning disability to a minor physical limitation. Regardless, children with disabilities deserve the best possible education to suit their specific learning needs. Although many...  read more

College students with disabilities are both welcomed and supported by most of this country's colleges and universities. Traditional, campus-based colleges provide excellent support through their disability-services departments, and even the...  read more

K-12 education for children with disabilities can be challenging for everyone involved, as parents, teachers, and administrators must collaborate for a successful outcome. Special needs students may include those with mild-to-severe...  read more

Online learning, also known as distance learning, can be a great option for college students with disabilities, especially those with mobility limitations. However, with the right assistive technologies, students with disabilities such as...  read more

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