This month’s update identifies a pair of recent court decisions that illustrate differing adjudicative systems and approaches for FAPE and related issues. Download the update and read more.
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The Latest Supreme Court “Special Education” Decision: Perez v. Sturgis Public Schools
The Supreme Court issued its latest decision within the K–12 context of the IDEA and Sec. 504/ADA on March 21, 2023. Several misunderstandings arose as to the legal meaning and practical effects of the decision. Download and read my impartial interpretation. Also this week, the latest article, "How Good Must a 504 Plan Be to… Continue reading The Latest Supreme Court “Special Education” Decision: Perez v. Sturgis Public Schools
March 2023 Legal Update
This month’s update identifies recent court decisions that illustrate various IDEA issues, including the statute of limitations, the duty to assess all areas of suspected disability, and the continuing residue of virtual instruction during the pandemic period. Download the update and read more.
December 2022 Legal Update
This month’s update identifies recent court decisions addressing IDEA issues arising during the extended pandemic period, warranting special consideration of districts’ FAPE obligation. Download the update and read more.
August 2022 Legal Update
This month’s update identifies two recent court decisions addressing various FAPE issues, including the foundational role of evaluations and, in the second case, the overlay of Section 504. Download the update and read more.
Perry A. Zirkel 