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Special Education Rights and Advocacy (Adults) In-Person
Learn about the educational rights of students with disabilities and how to advocate for your student. Presented in partnership by LegalAid of NorthWest Texas.
- Location:
- John and Judy Gay Library
- Date:
- Tuesday, September 17, 2024
- Time:
- 7:00pm - 8:00pm
- Audience:
- Adults
Please select ticket quantity based on number of participants.
What to expect:
You'll learn how schools identify students with disabilities and special educational needs, what is and is not part of a free and appropriate public education, how to advocate when you disagree with a school’s decision, what the disability rights laws are in public, primary and secondary education, and suggestions for involving students in selection and implementation of accommodations.
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