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Dozens of parents speak out against Houston ISD’s special education changes | Houston Public Media
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Despite protests from parents and community members, and a federal civil rights investigation by the U.S. Department of Education, district leaders defended their changes to special education services...
Texas AG investigates schools over Ten Commandments law
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Texas AG Ken Paxton is investigating 29 school districts to ensure they display the Ten Commandments and vote on prayer time. Here's what to know.
A list of teacher appreciation week freebies and discounts
Teacher Appreciation Week, National Nurses Week: Here are the freebies and discounts
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Here are freebies and discounts for nurses and educators as National Nurses Week and Teacher Appreciation Week get underway. (Adobe Stock)
Voting Rights Act ruling could change local Texas boards, councils
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The 1965 federal law helped Latino and Black voters gain representation in city and school boards across Texas but now that could change.
OCR investigating Texas district’s plan to move special education class
www.k12dive.com
OCR will look into whether the New Home Independent School District violated Section 504 and Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act.
I mistook my symptoms for autism — it turned out to be something else
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While some people feel moments of loneliness or social anxiety from time to time, investigative reporter Christina Buttons felt that way most of her life.
www.theguardian.com
Progress has always been made by people who think differently. Neurodiversity helps us think outside the box – and when we do, the sky’s the limit, says space scientist Maggie Aderin
Texas names new superintendent, board to lead Lake Worth ISD under takeover - The Texas Tribune
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A Houston schools administrator was appointed to lead the district. HISD is also under state control.
Montana part of multi-state lawsuit over Section 504 changes, advocates raise concerns
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Montana is one of several states involved in an ongoing federal lawsuit challenging changes made in 2024 to Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
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Editorial: Designed for All, Delivered to Some—504 Plans Are Failing - M-A Chronicle
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Section 504’s inadequate guidelines and lack of funding are fueling unequal access to the law's accommodations.
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6 school law attorneys with some great topics!
Last Chance to Register! Our NELI Autism Virtual Conference is happening tomorrow...reserving your spot is simple! nelilaw.net/conferences
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NEW TOPIC AVAILABLE! The second topic to be recorded for our 32nd Annual Autism and Disabilities Conference will be available later today! If you have not registered for the conference yet, there's still time to sign up! Join us for 6 topics, including 2 live webinars!
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NEW TOPIC AVAILABLE! The second topic to be recorded for our 32nd Annual Autism and Disabilities Conference will be available later today! If you have not registered for the conference yet, there's still time to sign up! Join us for 6 topics, including 2 live webinars!
Judge strikes down law mandating schools display the Ten Commandments
abcnews.com
An Arkansas law requiring that the Ten Commandments be prominently displayed in public school classrooms was struck down by a federal judge Monday
First recording for our 32nd Annual Autism and Disabilities Conference is completed! Jennifer Swanson, attorney, provided excellent advice on how to work collaboratively with parents! You can still sign up for the entire Conference on our web page...6 total topics will be covered!
National Educators Law Institute | Conferences
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The nuances and complexities of providing an appropriate education for students on the spectrum requires continuous training. Join us for Live and On Demand NELI Webinars covering 6 topics and receive...
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Who will be presenting at our Autism and Disabilities Conference?![]()
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A full outline of topics is available on our web site, sign up today!
Austin ISD target of first enforcement of Texas “bathroom bill”
www.texastribune.org
The complaint was filed via a state tip line alleging an Austin High School student used a bathroom not aligned with their sex at birth, according to the attorney general.
Molecular Chain Reaction Behind Autism Identified - Neuroscience News
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A new study discovers how nitric oxide triggers a biochemical domino effect in the brain, leading to mTOR overactivation in autism.
Suspected school shooter's father convicted of murder
abcnews.com
Colin Gray was found guilty of second-degree murder and manslaughter.NELI
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