Special Education Law:

There are a variety of laws that protect disabled children in the classroom. The Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act (IDEA), guarantees a free public education to those who suffer from a hearing, speech, or visual impairment, a brain injury or mental impairment, serious emotional or health issues, autism, or an identifiable learning disability. Under the IDEA parents have the right to have their child evaluated to find out if he or she qualifies for special education programs, see their child's school records and testing results, and meet with meet with school representatives to work out a plan for their child's special needs. In addition, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended, is designed to protect the rights of individuals with disabilities in programs or activities that receive Federal financial assistance from the U.S. Department of Education. Section 504 regulations require a school district to provide a “free appropriate public education” (FAPE) to each qualified student with a disability who is in the school district’s jurisdiction. Jeselskis Law Offices advises and represents students and children with disabilities and parents of special needs children.