ACCELIBEAT WEEKLY ROUND UP 5/30-6/3: Two Special Education Suits See Supreme Court Attention
June 3, 2016
As the school year comes to an end, graduation is top of mind. A new report indicates record-breaking graduation rates, but that is not the whole story. As corporate America begins to tap into the unique skill set of individuals on the autism spectrum, drama programs become a new trend in teaching students with autism social skills. And while school may (almost) be out for the summer, policy, research and legal battles carry on, and get heated. Read up on the debate around the efficacy of Title I funding in supporting poor students, 2 special education cases that are getting the attention of the supreme court, the financial burden of school suspensions and more in the week’s AcceliBEAT!!
Boosting Social Skills in Autistic Kids With Drama
Schools are exploring new ways to teach children the rules of informal interactions.
3 uncommon learners who soared beyond expectations.
Three Clark County Teachers Honored By National Special Education Group
They might be in the mood for George Gershwin or grooving to the Goo Goo Dolls. Whatever playlist Douglas Trinkle’s class chooses, he’s focused on relaxing students with autism and helping them overcome troublesome sensory experiences.
U.S. Graduation Rate Breaks Another Record
But black, Latino, and American Indian students continue to lag behind their white and Asian peers.
High School Suspensions Cost the Country $35 Billion Annually, Report Estimates
When students get suspended from school for a few days, they may not be the only ones who miss out.
Two Special Education Suits See Supreme Court Attention
The U.S. Supreme Court on Tuesday asked the Obama administration to weigh in on whether it should grant review in a special education case about the level of education benefit required under federal law.
What One District’s Data Mining Did For Chronic Absence
Mel Atkins has spent most of his life with Grand Rapids Public Schools in Michigan. He graduated from Ottawa Hills High, where he played baseball. But his real love was bowling. He says he’s bowled 22 perfect games.
Ford Eyes Workers With Autism
A major American automaker is looking to tap the potential of workers on the spectrum.
Why Good Professional Development Is Crucially Linked to an Educator’s Attitude
Many people think they know exactly what “professional development” is. But do they, really?
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