moment that was caught on camera. Chief among those conditions: an educational philosophy known as “no excuses” that advocates for strict discipline as a critical foundation for learning. […] A…
Moreyou for your continued commitment to education and investing in the future of Pennsylvania’s children. We hope this commitment will transcend the current political gridlock: the education of our most…
MoreOn October 24, The American Law Institute announced the election of 37 new members nationwide, including ELC’s Executive Director Deborah Gordon Klehr. The American Law Institute is the leading independent…
Morewhat a difference EI services can make in the course of a child’s developmental and educational trajectory – changes that impact not only an individual child but families and communities….
Moreobligation of school districts to ensure appointment of “surrogate parents” for children with disabilities in foster care residential placements, adoption of new monitoring procedures, and issuance of new state guidance….
MoreFebruary 6, 2014 – Governor Corbett’s education budget proposal includes welcome increases for special education and early learning but ignores the need for a stable and comprehensive approach to education…
Morepoor school districts have argued that a zip code all-too-often determines the quality of a student’s education. Apparently the color of a student’s skin matters even more. New research has…
Moremany school districts. Education Law Center executive director Deborah Gordon Klehr, like other advocates, sees the budget deal as a missed opportunity. Read coverage of the new budget and our…
Morethe policy specifically reference LeGare protections that permit English Learner students to obtain modifications and waivers to access specialized programs and schools. Read ELC’s letter requesting revision of the provisions…
Moreorganization dedicated to ensuring that all of Pennsylvania’s children have access to a quality public education. CONTACT: Brett Schaefer Education Law Center Office: 215-238-6970 ext. 334 Mobile: 215-519-6522 [email protected]…
Moresuccessfully transition to their community schools. Improve Educational Outcomes for Children Experiencing Homelessness. The ECRCCA Discussion Draft does not address the unique challenges faced by students experiencing homelessness. ELC encourages…
MoreBut a few have chosen to help with some of the worst. Parents of public school students can call the The School Discipline Advocacy Service which pairs law students from…
Morethis addition is proposed: “Students experiencing disputes or conflict should contact the school counselor or social worker to learn about services available, including peer mediation and school counseling, to help…
MoreStudents experiencing homelessness are entitled to additional educational protections under the federal McKinney-Vento Act and Pennsylvania’s Act 1. Local Education Agencies (LEA) have an affirmative legal duty to identify and…
MoreDAUPHIN ST. 19132 Head Start TO GET AN APPLICATION: · Pick up an application at 440 NORTH BROAD STREET · Download an application from http://webgui.phila.k12.pa.us/offices/e/earlychild/forms BRING Completed Application to 440…
Morebasic education funding to adequately allocate dollars and to revisit the recommendations made by the 2014 bipartisan Special Education Funding Commission. Click here to download a copy of the letter….
Morelanguage needs that must be proactively addressed. They cannot languish in classrooms where they cannot access the curriculum.” The Third Circuit affirmed the August 26th decision of Judge Edward Smith…
Moreare in place to align with the Court’s ruling. Click here to download the Court’s decision. # # # The Education Law Center-PA (“ELC”) is a non-profit, legal advocacy organization…
Moreor with an attorney of their choice, to address special education disagreements such as whether a school is following a child’s IEP or special education laws, whether a child’s current…
MoreDownload the Commonwealth Court opinion with the link above….
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