I’m Accused of Misconduct at School: What Happens Next?
If you or your child/student is accused of misconduct or wrongdoing at school, what to do next can be overwhelming for both the parents and students. Discipline at school is…
Are You a Victim of Sexual Misconduct at School? Here’s How to Take Action
Have you, as a student, experienced sexual misconduct or harassment at school? If so, it must be rapidly addressed, no matter what your background or situation. Schools and other…
How Does New York State’s Smartphone Ban Impact My Child’s IEP or 504 Plan?
New York state’s new smartphone ban in schools has left parents and guardians wondering how the ban might impact their student’s individualized education plan (IEP) or 504…
Can College Students Get Accommodations for ADHD or Autism? An Overview of the Process
Any college or university that accepts federal funding, including student federal financial aid, is obligated to provide equitable educational opportunities to students with…
The Semester Has Already Started—Can I Still Get Accommodations at College?
Classes have already started, but you need accommodations and you haven’t applied for them. Maybe you didn’t know you qualified for accommodations, or you’re newly…
Smartphone Ban in New York Schools Set to Take Effect This Fall: What Parents Should Know About Ban on Personal Internet-Enabled Devices
With back-to-school quickly approaching, New York state Gov. Kathy Hochul’s smartphone ban, included in her “distraction-free school” policy approved as part of the New York…
What It Means: Gov. Hochul’s Proposal Would Ban Smartphones on School Grounds
As New York Gov. Kathy Hochul continues to lay out proposals in her Fiscal Year 2026 budget, she recently announced a proposal to reduce what Governor calls “distracted…
Special Education Transition Planning: What Is it and Why Is it Important?
As students with disabilities shift from high school to higher education or employment, the Committee on Special Education (CSE) is charged with developing what’s called a…
What Is a Manifestation Determination Review and How do I Prepare for It?
When children with disabilities are suspended from school, or otherwise facing discipline at school, they are entitled to additional protections under the Individuals with…
When Is the Right Time to Hire an Education Attorney?
Parents and students in New York state are often in disputes with school districts and colleges. Such disputes, most of the time, should and could be easily rectified. However,…