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Thoughts on the 40th Anniversary of IDEA

December 18, 2015 Judith Canty Graves

In 2015, the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) reached an anniversary milestone of 40 years. We have been reflecting on this law, the enormous impact it has had on education, and the daunting task of fulfilling its promise for all students with disabilities.

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IDEA and Expectations Part II – The Importance and Promise of High Expectations

December 2, 2014 Judith Canty Graves

In our book, we describe how important it is for both parents and schools to have high expectations for children in special education. Without high expectations from all involved, the education process fails the child. Part II of our article describes the importance and promise of high expectations.

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IDEA and Expectations Part I – The Problem of Low Expectations

November 21, 2014 Judith Canty Graves

In our book, we describe how important it is for both parents and schools to have high expectations for children in special education. Without high expectations from all involved, the education process fails the child. In Part I of “IDEA and Expectations,” we discuss the problems created by having low expectations for children in special education.

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What Gives Parents the Right to Request a Team Meeting?
What Gives Parents the Right to Request a Team Meeting?
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Is the School Following Your Child’s IEP?
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Athletics and IDEA
Conflicts of Interest in Special Education: Part 2 – Outside Professionals
Conflicts of Interest in Special Education: Part 2 – Outside Professionals
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Conflicts of Interest in Special Education: Part 1 – Schools
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Interpreting the Language of Special Education
Gatekeeping: Texas Style
Gatekeeping: Texas Style
Writing a Strong Vision Statement
Writing a Strong Vision Statement
Advocating Over the Long Haul: Handling Stress and Staying in the Game
Advocating Over the Long Haul: Handling Stress and Staying in the Game
The Tragedy of an Inappropriate Education
The Tragedy of an Inappropriate Education
Avoid “Feel Good” Goals
Avoid “Feel Good” Goals
Have a Business Relationship With Your Team, Not an Emotional One
Have a Business Relationship With Your Team, Not an Emotional One

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