Students with disabilities have a right to no-cost and appropriate public education under the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973 in Florida and other states. Section 504 of this act prohibits schools from discriminating against children who have disabilities. The...
School librarians and media specialists in Florida are currently undergoing training to help them determine what kinds of books and materials are suitable for children. The training is mandated under the provisions of Florida House Bill 1467, which was passed by the...
While investigating schools, you and your spouse are on a mission to find one that would be the best fit for your autistic child. A triangulation involving the school’s facilities, educational programs and teachers must align. Each school relies on different...
Bullying has become a pressing issue in schools across the United States. Students who are bullied tend to suffer academically, socially and emotionally. In some cases, bullying has led to tragic consequences, including suicide. The good news is that there are steps...
The Florida Department of Education recently advised textbook publishers to avoid including critical race theory (CRT) and other social justice issues that the state deems inconsistent with its beliefs. As the guidance extends to all types of textbooks, including...
Citing the increased costs of Florida's online education program, Florida State Rep. Randy Fine has called for an overhaul. As the chairman of the House PreK-12 Appropriations subcommittee, he introduced HB5101 to revamp and improve Florida's virtual education...
Public education gives you and your family certain rights that school districts must follow. However, some parents may become confused about what rights their child has as a public school student in Florida. Here is what you can expect when your children attend a...