On March 31, Edsource reported on a new study that shows that students with disabilities, especially those who are students of color, will need extra assistance to catch up, quoting Executive Director Lauren Morando Rhim.
Mar 31
Mar 29
While we continue to struggle to figure out how to educate students 12 months into the global pandemic, we cannot afford to lose sight of the pressing need to address concerns about disproportionate discipline.
Mar 19
This winter, we informally surveyed local special educators from New Orleans charter schools to hear their on-the-ground perspectives on meeting the needs of students with disabilities during this extremely challenging COVID year. The results include important insight into the challenges special educators are currently facing.
Mar 11
On March 11, Chalkbeat Tennessee reported on a proposed Tennessee bill that would allow teachers to expel students from classrooms for disciplinary reasons, quoting Senior Policy Director Wendy Tucker.
Mar 11
On March 11, the AP reported on a proposed Tennessee bill that would allow teachers to expel students from classrooms for disciplinary reasons, quoting Senior Policy Director Wendy Tucker.
Mar 11
We applaud President Biden and Congress for their rapid introduction and passage of the historic American Rescue Plan, which, among other things, directs much-needed funding to schools to help them meet the challenges of COVID-19.
Mar 11
The Center is strongly opposed to Tennessee’s Teacher Discipline Act, which is currently moving through the state House.
Mar 10
On this International Women’s Day, we acknowledge and celebrate women’s contributions to society, particularly those who have played integral roles in creating pathways for people with disabilities to live wholly and thrive in the classroom, in the workforce, and beyond.
Mar 06
Our new name, the Center for Learner Equity, reflects our core belief that when public schools design for inclusivity and equity from the start, all students benefit.
Feb 26
Donald Galloway (1938–2011) was a fierce advocate for the rights of people with disabilities and for the inclusion of people of color in the disability rights movement.