What We Do
Document and Communicate Facts
The Center is committed to disseminating information about the status of students with disabilities in traditional and charter public schools.
Inform Policy
As a part of our efforts to engage in the national discussion, the Center works to track and inform federal, state, and local policy that impacts students with disabilities.
Develop Coalitions
The Center is committed to bringing together stakeholders to change the status quo for children with disabilities.
Build Capacity in the Field
The Center engages key stakeholders to implement practices that leverage the flexibility created by charter laws to support the full inclusion of students with disabilities.
Reports & Resources
Key Trends in Special Education in Public Schools (2020-21)
CLE’s Analysis of the Civil Rights Data Collection In September 2024, we completed the fifth analysis of the... read more →
October 8, 2024
Shifting the Tide: Exploring Centralization of Services for Students with Disabilities in New Orleans
CLE is pleased to publish this study that identifies a path forward for New Orleans’ uniquely decentralized school system to... read more →
August 9, 2024
Charter School Equity, Growth, Quality, and Sustainability Study
The two-year research study highlights how state policymakers, authorizers, nonprofits, charter management organizations, and individual schools can improve... read more →
July 16, 2024
Model Policy Guide – 2nd Edition | Model Policies for Equitable Access and Quality Opportunities for Students with Disabilities in Charter Schools
With their increased autonomy and flexibility, charter schools can be a promising educational option for students with disabilities. However, during... read more →
February 15, 2024
The U.S. Department of Education’s Guidance, “State General Supervision Responsibilities under Parts B and C of the IDEA: Monitoring, Technical Assistance, and Enforcement”
On July 24, 2023, the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) of the U.S. Department of Education (US ED) released... read more →
September 5, 2023
ED’s OSEP Issues Guidance on State IDEA Monitoring and Compliance
On July 24th, the U.S. Department of Education's Office for Special Education Programs (OSEP) released guidance regarding IDEA monitoring and compliance... read more →
July 26, 2023News & Commentary
Jennifer Coco’s Guest Column: NOLA schools must come together on helping students with disabilities. Here’s how.
Jennifer Coco's guest column highlights the need for better support for students with disabilities in New Orleans public schools.... read more →
October 2, 2024
Lauren Morando Rhim Appears as Guest in DA’s Podcast ‘Talking Out of School’: How charter schools can improve special education
The latest episode of District Administration’s “Talking Out of School” podcast highlights how charter schools can better serve students... read more →
August 18, 2024
Lauren Morando Rhim Quoted in Vox “One complicated reason homeschooling is on the rise” Article
CLE's executive director, Lauren Morando Rhim spoke with Vox about why many families are turning to homeschooling and microschools... read more →
August 16, 2024
Jennifer Coco Quoted in Axios New Orleans: “New Orleans schools may centralize services for students with disabilities”
CLE's Senior Director of Strategy and Impact, Jennifer Coco, is quoted in the following article from Axios New Orleans... read more →
August 15, 2024
Jennifer Coco Quoted in WWNO – New Orleans Public Radio “Charter school leaders support centralized approach to special education, report finds”
CLE's Senior Director of Strategy and Impact, Jennifer Coco, is quoted in the "Charter school leaders support centralized approach... read more →
August 12, 2024New Orleans to Consider New, Centralized Approach to Better Serve Students With Disabilities in Charter Schools
Center for Learner Equity report reveals broad consensus from local schools to explore shared services amid deep concerns from families... read more →
August 12, 2024