The U.S. Department of Education plays a crucial role in ensuring that students with disabilities receive the support and services they need to succeed in school. Proposals to dismantle or significantly reduce the department’s role have raised concerns about the future of special education in America. This issue explores the potential effects of such changes…
The U.S. Department of Education’s recent decision to lay off nearly 1,400 employees has raised significant concerns about its ability to enforce critical laws, including the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). This move has sparked worries among advocates and families about the future of special education services and civil rights protections in schools. Impact…
Christine Smith Olsey, a Denver mother, finds herself in a frustrating limbo as her efforts to secure appropriate educational support for her son have been unexpectedly halted. Smith Olsey’s case highlights the broader implications of recent changes in the U.S. Department of Education under the Trump administration. Smith Olsey’s second-grade son, who struggles with reading…
