by Common Ground | Jun 24, 2025 | Features, June-July 2025, Special Ed Basics
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a federal law that ensures students with disabilities receive a free and appropriate public education. One important part of IDEA is its requirement for related services. These services are designed to help...
by Common Ground | Jun 18, 2025 | June-July 2025, Professionals
Occupational therapy (OT) is an important part of special education that helps students develop the skills they need to succeed in everyday tasks, both at school and at home. These tasks, or “occupations,” include things like writing, using scissors,...
by Common Ground | Jun 16, 2025 | June-July 2025, Professionals, Teachers
Speech therapy plays a vital role in supporting students with disabilities in special education. Many students with disabilities, such as those with autism, language disorders, or speech delays, may need extra help to develop their communication skills. Speech therapy...
by Common Ground | Jun 16, 2025 | June-July 2025, Q&A, Special Ed Basics
Q: What is a special education assessment, and why is it important in determining related services? A: A special education assessment is a process that evaluates a child’s strengths and weaknesses in different areas, such as academic, social, emotional, and...
by Common Ground | Jun 16, 2025 | Courts, June-July 2025
Court decisions have played an important role in shaping how related services are provided in special education. Over the years, several important court decisions have helped clarify how related services should be provided and what students are entitled to. One of the...
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