NHS students seek to have IT club sanctioned Jul 2, 2009
Superintendent Jim Walker said the DAC group also worked this year on the special education delivery plans for the district. He said the group had good attendance throughout the year. (Mid Iowa Enterprise, IA)
Workforce Alamo identifies growing occupations Jul 2, 2009
Secondary School Teachers, Except Special and Vocational Education (Inclusive of Primary, Secondary Special Education School Teachers). Secretaries, Except Legal, Medical and Executive. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Patrick cuts WIC, special education Jul 2, 2009
By Jim O'Sullivan and Michael Norton. Wed Jul 01, 2009, 06:39 AM EDT. (Burlington Union, MA)
All for the love of kids: Merchlewitz named Teacher of the Year Jul 2, 2009
I told him no, said Deb Ward, a special education teacher at Winona elementary schools. I think he s an excellent teacher. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Firsthand view of school board in action Jul 2, 2009
a new charter for charters wrote on Jul 1, 2009 3:59 PM:" Go to the state site.....in Academy Charter 2 students out of 151 are Economically Disadvantaged, 17 out of 153 are in Special Education, and 131 out of 153 are Caucasian. Compare this with a regular public school where the averages are more like 35+% Econ. Disadvantaged, 18% are in Special Education, and 20+% are minorities. You don't provide busing and lunch BY CHOICE. You could, but you CHOOSE not to. This effectively eliminates those... (Wasilla Frontiersman, AK)
New principals selected at Bullard, Edison Jul 2, 2009
Fresno Unified school board candidates bandied about topics from special education to trustee duties during a Thursday night election forum ... When asked what issues special education in Fresno Unified faces, Edison High-area incumbent Luisa Medina said parents on the special education Community Advisory Committee weren't treated with respect in the past. (Fresno Bee -- Local)
Mattoon school board amends budget to reflect $1.05 million deficit amid state funding delays Jul 1, 2009
As of the board meeting, the state owed the Mattoon school district 1,081,182 in reimbursements for special education private facilities, funding for special education students, special education personnel, special education transportation, regular transportation and free breakfasts and lunches. Sherman noted that four of those six categories relate to the kids that need the most services, referring to students with disabilities. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
'Help wanted' signs out at some schools Economists predict the nation's unemployment will continue rising over the next few months, but teachers remain in demand in Stafford and Spotsylvania counties. Jul 1, 2009
Stafford has openings for 15 full-time special education teachers and one part-timer, said Director of Human Resources Rick Fitzgerald ... For people with backgrounds in critical need areas such as math and science, or an interest in special education, Spotsylvania offers a Career Switcher Program that trains people to transition from another field into teaching ... Seals said that's the reason the system doesn't have a shortage of applicants for tough to fill areas such as special education. (Fredericksburg.com, VA)
Court ruling should encourage government to adequately fund special needs schooling Jul 1, 2009
But a 1997 amendment to the law limited reimbursement to students who previously received special education in public schools that offered special education ... Justice David Souter, who was joined in the dissent by Justices Antonin Scalia and Clarence Thomas, wrote: Special education can be immensely expensive, amounting to tens of billions of dollars annually and as much as 20 percent of public schools general operating budgets ... As Justice John Paul Stevens wrote in the majority opinion, It... (Longview Daily News, WA)
Lucia Mar approves $77M 2009-10 budget Jul 1, 2009
Included in the budget are 10 special education instructional assistants the district will pay for using stimulus funds. However, Lucia Mar officials say the budget saga is nowhere near its end. (Santa Maria Times)
LETTER: Article didn't tell fullspecial needs story Jul 1, 2009
Yes, students with special needs are allowed to go to a private school without trying out the local school s special education programs ... That was the way most of the country has done things since the special education law was created in 1975 ... Any school can cut costs in special education by just pretending a student does not need help. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
John McNary retires as regional superintendent Jul 1, 2009
Questions have covered teacher certification qualifications, special education, federal No Child Left Behind requirements, general equivalence degrees, home schooling, legal issues, and more. Terry Diss, principal of Mark Twain Elementary School in Charleston and Ashmore Elementary School, said if McNary did not immediately know the answer to a particular question, he would always say so and find out the needed information in a timely fashion. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Layla Dedrick moves smoothly from classroom to showroom Jul 1, 2009
She also worked as a trainer of special education teachers for the state before taking time off in 1999 to have her first child, daughter Laakea, now 9. She also has a son, Kaena, who is 7. (Pacific Business News, HI)
New groups aim to help special needs students Jun 30, 2009
So Hurley became president of the Capital Region's first Special Education Parent-Teacher Association ... South Colonie schools followed on June 1, creating its own Special Education PTA. ... While the regular PTA focuses on book fairs, author visits and prom preparation, Special Education PTA's may be more likely to clash with school leaders over the provision of services. (Albany Times Union)
Temporary classroom units: bane or boon? Jun 30, 2009
Temporary classroom units erected in the schoolyard of P.S. 151 in Woodside accommodate special education students from P.S. 255. (photo by Willow Belden)"> Temporary classroom units erected in the schoolyard of P.S. 151 in Woodside accommodate special education students from P.S. 255. (photo by Willow Belden) If you walk behind P.S. 151 in Woodside, you ll find an asphalt lot, cordoned off from the side streets with chain link fencing. The lot used to be a schoolyard but for the past two years... (Queens Chronicle, NY)
Committee delays action on county school Jun 30, 2009
The county school provides special education teachers, aides, psychologists and services to 11 school districts west of Interstate 94 ... Such county schools (there are only three others in the state) receive less state aid than school districts that provide the same special education services ... In other words, the 11 school districts would have received that much more aid if they had provided the special education services instead of the county. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
2009 Graduations Jun 30, 2009
Also, William R. Conlin, Bachelor of Science in Film and Television; William C. Hibbard, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Business Administration and Management; Cristin P. Menna-LaPierre, Bachelor of Science in Special Education; Dickron J. Kherlopian, Bachelor of Science in Business Administration in Business Administration and Management ... Elizabeth Rose Mili was awarded a bachelor of science in special education and elementary education , magna cum laude ... Jessica Ann... (Belmont Citizen Herald, MA)
Miss Georgia winner chooses teaching over title Jun 30, 2009
So it came as quite a shock when the 24-year-old special education instructor told pageant officials she d rather teach ... Higgins hasn t returned calls seeking comment, but Gwinnett County Schools spokeswoman Sloan Roach confirmed the former substitute was recently hired as a special education instructor at Snellville Middle School. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Metro)
Allen teacher faces child abuse charge Jun 30, 2009
Megan wrote on Jun 29, 2009 2:17 PM:" My name is Megan. I am in college now, but I remember Mrs. Means. She was my special education teacher in 9th grade, and she was very nice. She was always so kind, caring, and a great listener. She really helped me to succeed. I don't believe that Mrs. Means would ever do something like this. She was my favorite teacher in high school, and she was just a great person. I hope that she is proven innocent. ". Stephanie wrote on Jun 29, 2009 2:24 AM:" Go to... (McKinney Courier-Gazette, TX)
Disability, Inc. Jun 30, 2009
The parents pulled T.A. from school, sent him to a three-week wilderness program, and then to the Mount Bachelor Academy, which specializes in students with "learning disabilities, substance abuse, and behavioral problems." The parents requested an independent hearing in April 2003 to get taxpayers to pay their son's tuition, as per the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act as the school district again determined that T.A.'s disabilities did not merit special education. But in January... (Townhall.com)
Alta School Baord upholds elementary computer classes cuts, despite pulbic protests Jun 30, 2009
" It has been suggested that new money form the Recovery Act should alleviate some of the fiscal problems. Funds from the At Risk, Special Education and Title I, she added, could be used to pay for technology. "We can do this if we get creative. It's not too late to do the right thing and bring technology back while supporting our students' learning and standing with the Mork family. (Storm Lake Pilot Tribune, IA)
Hollingsworth receives award for teaching performance Jun 30, 2009
She was also one of only two selected for secondary education, as the rest were either elementary or special education majors. It s just nice to know that all of your sleepless nights went to use, she said. (Forest Scott County Times, MS)
Angels pool offers exclusives swim time to special-education students Jun 30, 2009
The kids all love swimming, said Chris Markus, special education day-class teacher for preschool. When the pool is closed, it's like, 'No swimming. (San Andreas Calaveras Enterprise, CA)
New super plans to tackle achievement gap, special ed (1) Jun 30, 2009
"Cuneo came to SMMUSD in the midst of an overhaul of the district's special education program after an independent evaluation revealed many of its shortfalls, including having parents of special education students sign confidentiality agreements prohibiting the disclosure of the services the district was providing their children.Cuneo has been credited with spearheading initiatives such as producing a parents' special education handbook, hosting a fall forum and starting a collaborative working... (Malibu Times, CA)
HIGH COURT: Major rulings of the 2008-09 term Jun 30, 2009
Forest Grove School District v. T.A.: Declaring that parents can win reimbursement for the private school tuition of a child with special needs, even if the child did not first receive special education in a public school. 6-3. (USA Today)
Thomsen to lead NoCal as new superintendent Jun 30, 2009
Thomsen most recently spent five years in the Nevada School District as high school principal for three years, assistant principal for one and a special education teacher for one ... Moss said the district will receive 515,492 in extra IDEA and Title 1 funds that go toward special education and learning disabled programs. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Oakland schools again under local control Jun 30, 2009
The school board on Tuesday voted to cut its transportation budget for all but special education students as part of a $647,000 cost-cutting measure. The cuts will affect the 7. (Fresno Bee -- State)
Kauai student ambassadors travel to China (360) Jun 29, 2009
The delegates will also participate in a service project at the Qixing Special Education School in Shanghai. In addition to the educational aspects of their tour, the students will make a fun stop at Hard Rock Caf; Beijing, have opportunities to practice their bargaining skills at numerous Chinese markets in Beijing, Shanghai and Hong Kong, and become familiar with the concept of foreign currency conversion, using the Chinese yuan as their primary means of currency. (Lihue Garden Island, HA)
16-year-old to spend up to 7 years behind bars Jun 29, 2009
He was always assigned to special education classes at school, but was a promising athlete. Denzel was 11 when his brother, 23-year-old Vito Lee, was shot to death in 2004 outside a McKeesport bar. (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
Charter Schools Might Not Be Better Jun 29, 2009
The organization said that comparing the test scores of charter-school students to their "virtual" peers in regular public schools--students who match the charter students' demographics, English language proficiency, and participation in special education or subsidized lunch programs--is simplistic and is a fundamental flaw in the research because no two students are the same. "More than 16 years of charter school research and analysis from CER shows that charter schools are outpacing their... (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
A teachers influence can often be great but largely ignored Jun 29, 2009
Franklin resident Maria Rodriguez teaches special education children at W.P. Foster Elementary. My goal, she professed. (New Iberia, LA)
Schools' hands tied over budget Jun 29, 2009
These workers run after-school tutoring programs in math, work with students who are learning English as a second language and provide support to special education students, she said. Meanwhile, Payne says, she hasn't prepared any of her purchasing for the upcoming year, which she usually does during the summer break. (Honolulu Advertiser)
More of this story Jun 28, 2009
Other stimulus money will be directed towards special education through the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, where it will be used for necessities such as salaries to retain teachers and classroom supplies. . (Bartlesville Examiner-Enterprise, OK)
GCT approves stimulus package (5) Jun 28, 2009
The projects are grouped into the following categories: 764,906 for special education, 278,997 in Title I funds, 52,769 for preschool special education and 1. 8 million in stabilization funds. (Paragould Daily Press, AR)
20 S.D. schools get stimulus money for food services Jun 28, 2009
Other stimulus funding will help school districts maintain general programs, boost spending on special education and programs for low-income students, and cut the costs of issuing bonds for school construction and repair. Story Comments. (Sioux City Journal)
All for the love of kids: Merchlewitz named Teacher of the Year Jun 28, 2009
I told him no, said Deb Ward, a special education teacher at Winona elementary schools. I think he s an excellent teacher. (Winona Daily News, MN)
Lodi athlete receives world-class treatment (1) Jun 28, 2009
Robinson, a 39-year-old special education teacher at Victor Elementary School, is already a high-caliber athlete who has finished near the top of marathons around the country including a second-place finish in the handcycle division of this year's Boston Marathon. Robinson was one of 30 people from around the country to be invited to the training, where the athletes rode at least 54 miles each day. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Georgetown Education Notes Jun 28, 2009
The Georgetown Special Education Parent Advisory Counsel is an important parent organization that provides funding to the schools and assistance to parents for all children with special education needs. For more information about the group, or to join, contact Lisa Woodford at georgetown. (Georgetown Record, MA)
Why did the Winona district shift some funds instead of cut more from the budget? Jun 28, 2009
special education needs to be spent on special education. So, we have our current situation in Winona. (Winona Daily News, MN)
CARLSBAD: Boy who died after drinking was San Marcos student (174) Jun 28, 2009
But the exhausted special education teacher went to bed early and never called Scott. When Roberts got in around 9:30 p.m., he wasn't sure if his wife had checked on their son, but said he assumed things were OK.. (North County Times)
Some teacher layoffs loom in Weymouth if $900K cut occurs Jun 27, 2009
School officials are additionally anticipating a probable $400,000 reduction in state reimbursement for special education tuition that is paid to learning centers that educate local students with developmental disabilities. Livingstone said the anticipated $500,000 cut in local education aid and a likely $400,000 reduction in reimbursement for special education tuition costs would require school administrators to make $900,000 in reductions after the new fiscal year begins on July 1 ... State... (Weymouth News, MA)
Arnet quits Pittsburgh school board Jun 27, 2009
"When we look at school districts in California laying off teachers and special-education providers due to budget cuts, and then look at the Pittsburgh Public Schools' opening new exciting theme-based 6-12 schools, increasing public investment in our public schools and steadfastly investing in special education and early-education programs in our schools, we as a region can only feel pride, hope, and excitement at the possibilities.". Ms. Arnet succeeded Patrick Dowd as District 2 board member... (Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, PA)
A school’s roller coaster ride ends Jun 27, 2009
Thomas Parks, a special education teacher and a Lewenberg graduate, ventured down memory lane recently as he flipped through several yearbooks from more than a decade ago. The school worked like magic at one time, he said. (Boston Globe)
Education in the Valley Jun 27, 2009
Durham, with a Master s in Special Education, Learning Disability. She. (Roanoke Rapids Daily Herald, NC)
COMMENTARY: Galo still silent on issue Jun 27, 2009
The School Committee, under Ms. Galo s leadership, was awarded a wonderful new school, they have maintained advantageous pension and benefit plans for our educators (as compared to other town employees), they have avoided laying off large numbers of teachers, and they have maintained (under tremendous state and parental pressure) one of the most robust and costly special education program in Massachusetts. In addition, Hingham is one of the best public school systems in the country. (Hingham Journal, MA)
Mayor, governor discuss finance, services Jun 27, 2009
Due to the state s fiscal collapse, the budget contains significant cuts in municipal and education aid, and large reductions in key state accounts that the city relies on to fund municipal services, including special education costs and police salaries. Cities will be able to protect services, avoid layoffs and make progress only if state leaders agree to give communities the authority and resources to do the job, said Mayor Robert Dolan of Melrose, the President of the Massachusetts Mayors... (Woburn Advocate, MA)
Martin Kellogg students pay tribute to Peter J. Lavery Jun 27, 2009
The colorful wreath stated "In Loving Memory of Peter J. Lavery, 5/14/57-12/30/04 and contained a picture of a motorcycle and guitar, two of his favorite things in life. "It was a wonderful experience and I loved that they came down," said Lavery's daughter Samantha Grady. Grady, a special education teacher at the school, had mentioned to seventh-grade teacher Susan Weber that the kids' annual trip would correspond with National Police Week 2009. So while she knew they were coming, Grady said it... (Newington Town Crier, CT)
Committee wraps up school year Jun 27, 2009
The June 15 School Committee meeting held at Medfield High School reorganized positions on the Committee, recognized retiring teachers and discussed state budget, Special Education programs, middle school and high school improvement plans ... Susan Norton, president of the Special Education Parent Advisory Council, presented the report for 08- 09 ... Through the annual fall Bulb Sale, profits were donated to each of the five Medfield schools Special Education departments. (Medfield Press, MA)
Congratulations! Jun 27, 2009
Enrolled in a Cayuga-Onondaga BOCES special education program, Ashley, of Port Byron, had a more difficult time getting through high school than many students do, but she persevered and did it. She will now continue on with her education, learning life skills in a program run by Auburn High School, Cayuga Community College and BOCES.. (Auburn Citizen, NY)
LETTER: Article didn't tell fullspecial needs story Jun 27, 2009
Yes, students with special needs are allowed to go to a private school without trying out the local school s special education programs ... That was the way most of the country has done things since the special education law was created in 1975 ... Any school can cut costs in special education by just pretending a student does not need help. (Mattoon Journal-Gazette, IL)
Flaherty retires from Medford Council on Aging, to enter seminary Jun 27, 2009
She also worked part time in the Malden Public Schools under the state s special education statute as a counselor/teacher for an individual on a specially tailored program. Flaherty felt comfortable in Medford as she continued her work with the COA. She said at the time, the program was located with the Medford Housing Authority and plans to build the Senior Center on Riverside Avenue were already under way. (Medford Transcript, MA)
Best Buddies local chapter hosts prom Jun 27, 2009
Sandra Bonfiglio, a special education teacher at Rocky Hill High School brought the Best Buddies Chapter to the school, after having served in a chapter at St. Joseph College. Now in its sixth year at the school, Bonfiglio feels it has made a difference. (Rocky Hill Post, CT)
Court Ruling Helps Special-Needs Students Jun 27, 2009
"We conclude that IDEA authorizes reimbursement for the cost of private special education services when a school district fails to provide a free and appropriate public education and the private school placement is appropriate, regardless of whether the child previously received special education or related services through the public school," Justice John Paul Stevens wrote in the majority opinion. Before the ruling was issued, disability rights advocates argued that had the court ruled in... (Yahoo News -- Top Stories)
Plan has U.S. on path to recovery Jun 27, 2009
Muscogee County Schools are using $9 million to create several hundred jobs, and Clarke County administrators plan to create 55 jobs for special education teachers, reading specialists and math coaches. The long-term investments from the stimulus in health IT, smart grid technology, broadband and high-speed rail are significant and will cut costs and create jobs over time. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Opinion)
The Serna School experiment still has to prove itself Jun 27, 2009
Go to the CDE web-site and look up special education and IEP's there is a lot more information there than would fit here. The case for lowest common denominator can be found there and several other sites as well. (Lodi News Sentinel, CA)
Principal Discusses Grad Requirements at Shepaug Jun 27, 2009
"This grant is designed to promote the local and state goals for special education while stimulating the nation's economy. It is an unprecedented opportunity to invest in education for the disabled over the two-year period from 7/1/09 to 6/31/11," explained Mr. Boyle. The grant will help hire a literacy consultant; purchase adaptive and assistive computer software; purchase new computers to provide greater access for students with disabilities, student assessment tools, supplies; provide pupil... (Voices, CT)
All Saints principal explains school policy Jun 27, 2009
The only public funding this school received for 2008 was for special education. We work closely with the SV School District to follow its policy and procedure. (Sierra Vista Herald, AZ)
Kanter to be sworn in as education undersecretary Wednesday Jun 27, 2009
She earned her doctorate in 1989 after an early career in special education and has worked in a variety of policy and administrative positions. Comments. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Thomsen to lead NoCal as new superintendent Jun 27, 2009
Thomsen most recently spent five years in the Nevada School District as high school principal for three years, assistant principal for one and a special education teacher for one ... Moss said the district will receive 515,492 in extra IDEA and Title 1 funds that go toward special education and learning disabled programs. (Fulton Sun, MO)
Ravenswood schools trim budget by $5 million Jun 27, 2009
Those funds must be spent on categories such as low-performing students, special education and transportation. Because of the budget crisis, some of those restrictions have been loosened, which helped the district fill its budget gap this year, De La Vega said. (Palo Alto Online, CA)
Parent says teacher slapped autistic son (13) Jun 27, 2009
RACINE A special education teacher at Jerstad-Agerholm Middle School was put on leave last week while district officials and police started investigating a complaint that she slapped an autistic student ... She has been a special education teacher at Jerstad-Agerholm Middle School, 3601 LaSalle St., since 2003. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
“Great Start” in jeopardy Jun 27, 2009
If you look at the current budget proposal, special education and home visitation programs are at risk. Among those at risk in the county are the Begin with Babies program, the 0-5 special education program and the Great Start collaborative. (Ionia Sentinel-Standard, MI)
Teen Q&A: So many post-secondary choices ... Jun 27, 2009
The school district has different diplomas, and because of some of her credits being earned through the special education department they have her in a different diploma from the general population. I don't want her future options to be limited, and many people have told me her options will be limited with this diploma. (La Crosse Tribune, WI)
County Board panels will hear report on future of handicapped school Tuesday Jun 26, 2009
The county school provides special education teachers, aides, psychologists and other services to 11 school districts west of Interstate 94 ... Such county schools (there are only three others in the state) receive less state aid than school districts that provide the same special education services ... In other words, the 11 school districts would have received that much more aid if they had provided the special education services instead of the county. (Racine Journal Times, WI)
Stimulus to Benefit R-III District Jun 26, 2009
In the special education area, the district has several long-standing needs that will be addressed using the $700,000 in federal IDEA funding. First, the district plans to purchase two new school buses at a cost of approximately $80,000 each. (Missourian Publishing, MO)
