Module 3 Discussion Assignment: Identify A School Case

Module 3 Discussion Assignmentidentify A Case When A School District

Identify a case when a school, district, or campus did not adequately meet the needs of a student with a disability. Discuss how the results of the case impact your day-to-day work as an educator or educational leader.

Respond to at least 3 classmates’ posts (by posing thoughtful questions, extending their arguments, and otherwise adding to the substance of their posts; your responses should not merely repeat what others have said). Use the following resources to identify a case: U.S. Department of Education. Disability Discrimination Case Resolution. Retrieved from

Paper For Above instruction

Module 3 Discussion Assignmentidentify A Case When A School District

Module 3 Discussion Assignmentidentify A Case When A School District

In the realm of educational law and policy, numerous cases have highlighted instances where school districts failed to adequately meet the needs of students with disabilities, resulting in legal actions and policy reforms. One notable case is the 2017 complaint filed by the U.S. Department of Education against Miami-Dade County Public Schools in Florida. The case centered on allegations that the district had failed to provide adequate supports and services to students with disabilities, particularly those with emotional and behavioral disorders, violating the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The district's failure to implement appropriate individualized education programs (IEPs) and provide necessary behavioral interventions led to significant educational harm for students, including missed educational opportunities and increased disciplinary actions.

This case resulted in corrective actions mandated by the Department of Education, requiring Miami-Dade to improve training for special education staff, ensure proper implementation of IEPs, and enhance data collection on student progress. The case underscores the importance of proactive compliance and appropriate resource allocation in serving students with disabilities effectively. From a practical perspective, this case impacts my daily work as an educator by emphasizing the necessity of diligent IEP development, ongoing staff training, and vigilant monitoring of student progress. It also highlights the importance of advocating for adequate resource allocation and support systems to ensure that students' educational needs are met comprehensively and compassionately.

References

  • U.S. Department of Education. (2017). Disability Discrimination Case Resolution. Retrieved from https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/complaint-resolution.html
  • Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, 20 U.S.C. § 1400 (2004).
  • Friend, M., & Cook, L. (2017). Interactions KT in Schools: Collaborative Approaches to Inclusive Education. Pearson.
  • Kavale, K. A., & Forness, S. R. (2000). Social skills deficits of students with emotional and behavioral disorders: A review of research. Journal of Behavioral Education, 9(4), 277–305.
  • Hehir, T., Schifter, L., & Grindal, T. (2013). A summary of the evidence on inclusive education. Center for Learner Equity.
  • U.S. Department of Education. Office for Civil Rights. (2019). Protecting Students with Disabilities. Retrieved from https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/frontpage/faq/faqdisability.html
  • Sailor, W., Van Dycke, J., & Tillman, E. (2014). Collaborative Teaching in the Classroom: A Review of Strategies and Practices. Journal of Educational Challenges, 7(2), 45–60.
  • Rappaport, S. (2014). Legal and Policy Issues in Special Education. Educational Law Review, 30(1), 25–42.
  • Burke, K., & Kettler, T. (2020). Supporting Students with Complex Needs: Policy and Practice. Routledge.
  • Zirkel, P. A. (2017). Case law update: Recent legal decisions affecting special education. Journal of Special Education Leadership, 30(3), 134–140.

Related Assignments