Advocating for the Special Education Needs of Homeless and Mobile Students: A Guide to Rights and Resources
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Description:
This booklet provides legal resources for students with special needs who are homeless or highly mobile. (Authors)
Content:
UNDERSTANDING CHILDREN AND YOUTH WITH SPECIAL NEEDS
Many children and youth experience physical (e.g. blindness, speech problems)
and learning disabilities (e.g. dyslexia) that may make it difficult for them to
reach their full potential. However, schools can change classrooms and educa-
tion plans to meet their unique needs, providing them with the best possible op-
portunity to succeed
HOMELESS STUDENTS WITH DISABILITIES FACE GREAT
CHALLENGES
In 2000, the United States Department of Education reported that homeless
students have trouble getting special education services in at least half of the
states. Changing schools frequently and not knowing their rights are two rea-
sons that students in homeless situations may not receive the help they need in
school. (Authors)
To view the full report and other reports published by the National Law Center on Homelessness and poverty click here.
Type of Resource:
Guides/Manuals
Publication Date:
2008
Location:
Washington, DC