The US Department of Education says special education students who missed out on services during the pandemic are likely eligible for additional help to make up for what was lost.
Four decades after the first Supreme Court ruling on the rights of students with disabilities, Congress has not made clear exactly what it expects of school districts.
Many students with disabilities got few or no services during the pandemic, and aren’t now receiving the support they need to regain their lost ground and continue to learn
The pandemic and shifts to virtual learning have set many children back academically. The setbacks can be particularly challenging for children with disabilities, but recovery is possible.
Jess Whitley, L’Université d’Ottawa/University of Ottawa
Connecting with school staff, community groups, family and friends may look different right now for families of children with disabilities, but some benefits remain.