Education Week’s Post

Could specialist schools for children with disabilities actually do more harm than good? According to Dr Mann, an education academic, there is no research to suggest children with disabilities perform better in specialist schools. It’s time Australia completely reimagined education. Specialist teachers, mainstream teachers, leaders, and governments all need to collaborate. Every school should be equipped with the resources, support systems, and materials to create an inclusive environment that works for everyone. I especially like how Dr Mann framed it here. Being inclusive isn’t about “being nice,” but about catering to the rights of every student. The money that is spent building more and more specialist schools could be used to support children with disabilities in mainstream schools. It has always been my view that we need campuses, with primary and secondary schools on the same campus with specialist facilities on site, with children with disabilities able to interact freely with other children. I was expected to attend a specialist school, but thank goodness my parents were like Harry’s parents. Visual Description: Three children riding bikes with helmets, with Harry Banks, a child with physical and communication disabilities, in the middle. #2024DisabilityEmpowerment #Education #DisabilitySupport

Today, December 3rd, is International Day of Persons with Disabilities #idpwd In 2023, 24.2% of Australian school students received educational adjustments due to disability (imputed or diagnosed) (ACARA, 2024). Education should be available and accessible to all children and adults. This means all teachers and educators should have high quality training and education themselves on supporting students with disability. Teaching students with disability is every teachers' responsibility. So proud we are committed to this in the School of Education at Murdoch University For those if you interested in 24.2% and what that means, these reported stats might help offer more context: https://lnkd.in/gBByEr7X

Are you familiar with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)? Beyond being a cornerstone of special education, it is essential for ensuring every child receives the necessary support. Understanding IDEA's six guiding principles can significantly enhance our ability to support students and foster inclusive education. Discover more about IDEA’s core principles and how they can benefit your school community here: 🔗 https://lnkd.in/euXr7Ty8 #SpecialEducation #IDEA #InclusiveEducation #FAPE #IEP #ParentEngagement #TinyEYE

Some special education experts say the 2004 reauthorization of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act — signed by President George W. Bush 20 years ago today — was well designed, and they have no desire for another reauthorization anytime soon. However, they also said that underfunding and teacher shortages are making IDEA implementation challenging. In this deep dive, we take a look back to see how the 2004 reauthorization changed special education services — and a look ahead at ways some hope IDEA could be improved. #SpecialEducation #StudentsWithDisabilties #IDEA

https://lnkd.in/gh86iJMv... Empowering Every Child: Education Rights for Children... Education is a fundamental right for all children, including those with disabilities. Ensuring that children with disabilities have access to quality... #ChildrenWithDisabilities #ChildEducationRights #AccessToEducation #InclusiveEducation #ChildrensRights #EducationForAll #EqualOpportunities #SpecialNeedsEducation

A new report looks at charter schools' results for students with disabilities. Beth Hawkins breaks down how charters have served those receiving special education services in The 74 https://lnkd.in/gite7ybx #CharterSchools #SpecialEducation #InclusiveEducation #StudentSuccess #DisabilityRights #EducationReform #SchoolChoice

The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a cornerstone of special education, providing vital protections for students with learning and other disabilities. Key provisions include the right to a free and appropriate education, placement in the least restrictive environment, and active parent participation. Additionally, IDEA establishes crucial safeguards to ensure these rights are upheld, fostering an inclusive and equitable educational landscape. #IDEA #SpecialEducation #InclusiveEducation #EducationalEquity #BallouEducation

Today is #WorldAutismAwarenessDay. Learn about students served under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) with this #ConditionOfEd indicator: https://lnkd.in/dsBWY78 #WAAD

Happy to share this work with you. I co-authored the last chapter. #STAC Education students will recognize my contribution on how dominant cultural values are embedded in the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. We then discussed how in an increasingly diverse society new best practices for collaborating with families have emerged. https://lnkd.in/dRV2QGyN

https://lnkd.in/gh86iJMv... Empowering Every Child: Education Rights for Children... Education is a fundamental right for all children, including those with disabilities. Ensuring that children with disabilities have access to quality... #ChildrenWithDisabilities #ChildEducationRights #AccessToEducation #InclusiveEducation #ChildrensRights #EducationForAll #EqualOpportunities #SpecialNeedsEducation