The Developmental Disabilities Assistance and Bill of Rights Act of 2000 is a U.S. federal law that promotes the rights and inclusion of individuals with developmental disabilities.
The Administration for Community Living was created around the fundamental principle that older adults and people of all ages with disabilities should be able to live where they choose, with the people they choose, and with the ability to participate fully in their communities.
Many people with disabilities use a service animal in order to fully participate in everyday life.
The ADA National Network’s Accessible Lodging factsheet provides an overview of the legal requirements for making hotels, motels, and other short-term lodging accessible to people with disabilities.
Q&A article by Findlaw.com on travel and the ADA.
Welcome to June’s edition of the Buzz from the Hub! As always, the CPIR is excited to share updates and valuable resources for families, educators, youth, and advocates in the disability community.
The National Center on Educational Outcomes (NCEO) focuses on the inclusion of students with disabilities, ELs, and ELs with disabilities in instruction and assessments.
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ESSA requires states and districts to rate schools based on multiple data points (measures) that collectively comprise a state’s “accountability system.” What does it mean when a school is rated as “low performing”?
This short blog emphasizes the importance of parents being informed about and understanding the data measures used to rate schools, so that they can be partners in school improvement activities. The blog also connects you with a 2019 report, which takes a look at how many schools were identified as “struggling” based on ESSA’s requirements. Read the blog and access multiple related resources on school data, report cards, and the value of parent involvement.
