Category Archives: Developmental Disabilities

Fl. Att. General Pamela Bondi & Gov. Rick Scott “Our review of the State’s system reveals that the State fails to meet its obligations under Title II of the ADA and its implementing regulations, 28 C.F.R. Part 35, by unnecessarily … Continue reading →

Oklahoma’s Lindsey Nicole Henry Scholarships for Students with Disabilities Act gives parents a choice in determining the best environment of their child. The program gives parents of special needs children the option to apply for scholarships to private schools. State … Continue reading →

Earlier this year, Newark High School’s varsity cheerleading squad proved they knew the true meaning of school spirit when they invited Rachel Rhea-a junior in the Realistic Educational Alternatives for Children with Disabilities (R.E.A.C.H.) Program-to bring the enthusiasm she showed … Continue reading →

Virginia’s home and community-based services (HCBS) waivers are funded by the Medicaid program to enable individuals to receive long-term care services in a less restrictive community setting in a more cost effective manner than if the individual had been placed … Continue reading →

Andy Jones – Disability Rights Galaxy Under federal law, school districts are not allowed to reduce special education funding from one year to the next unless they receive a waiver from the U.S. Department of Education. This rule is known … Continue reading →