No Child Left Behind

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First and foremost, I must say that this topic is very controversial. I have tried to provide an non-bias blog by including both pros and cons of this act.

4 Pillars of NCLB

1. Stronger accountability for results
2. More freedom for states and communities
3. Proven education methods
4. More choices for parents
   

This is the basis of what the No Child Left Behind Act is about.

The U.S. Department of Education site breaks each of these aspects down, allowing individuals to better understand the meaning and effects it has on our children's education. Parents can also find out how NCLB is effecting their home state. To learn more about No Child Left Behind click on the link below.

NCLB
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It's your call!!!
Listen to what our United States politicians have to say about NCLB

Barack Obama
Various Democratic 2009 Presidential Candidates
John Edwards
George W. Bush
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This last site is very straight forward and list the pros and cons of the No Child Left Behind Act. You can also find a detailed explanation of NCLB including requirements and goals.

Pros and Cons

Due Process

<>What is special education due process hearing?<>
Basically, a due process hearing is held the same way as a trial in a courthouse. Evidence is presented to a Hearing Officer who acts as both judge and jury.

This process can be very confusing and cause families high stress situations. However, knowledge about the process and expectations can lessen the worries and provide families with ability to be more involved. The following link to FAQ's about the due process, can be a helpful tool in providing families with an explanation of what to expect. The site provides information of the process from start to finish.

• General
• Before the due process hearing
• Due process hearing
• After the due process hearing
  

Click here to enter site

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Articles, Cases, and Resources About Special Education Due Process

Before a parent requests a due process hearing, they should be familiar with the federal statute and regulations and their state special education statute and regulations.
The following site will provide articles, cases, and resources to parents who are facing a due process hearing. It provides such information as:

How can parents prevail?

If you right letters and create a paper trail and you have competent, qualified private experts who can testify about their child's needs, they will be in a good position if a due process hearing is necessary.

To learn more click here

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Procedural Safeguards: Due Process Hearing

It is very important that parents be knowledgeable of their rights according to IDEA.
Everything a parent needs to know about the process, including time lines, notices, cost etc. can be found on idea.edu.gov. This site specializes in federal statutes and regulations. The link I have provided will guide users to the page that focuses on due process hearings, but this site can be a vital tool for parents with children with disabilities in any situation.

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