Posted September 23, 2015
The Orange County Department of Education Legal Division has sent around a briefing to their school superintendents, directors and nurses attempting to answer some common questions about SB277. Of concern are the way special education students relying on the Individualized Education Program (IEP) will be treated under SB277. A disabled child is required to have an Individualized Education Program for the purpose of helping that child reach their educational goals more easily given their unique challenges. Social interaction and the IEP are essential components allowing special education students to thrive in life. Read more.