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Now that the Dust is Settling: �Providing FAPE in Light of the Pandemic

Christian R. Shafer

crs@ratwiklaw.com

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Schools Remain Responsible for Meeting IDEA Requirements

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The IDEA Requires Schools to Provide Parents an Opportunity to Meaningfully Participate in the Development of Students’ Educational Programs.

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What About FAPE?

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Rowley and Endrew: FAPE at the Supreme Court.

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Child Find and the Pandemic

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The United States Department of Education Guidance

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What About Child Find in Online Schools?

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Implementation of a Well Drafted IEP is Key

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Common Pitfalls Related to the Pandemic and Students’ Return to School

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School Discipline Issues and the Return to School

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“I don’t wanna go (back) to school!”

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Outside Experts are Increasingly Prevalent in Special Education Disputes

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The Pandemic has Heightened the Role of Technology in School

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The Special Education Paperwork (Still) Matters

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Schools Must be Prepared to Meet Students’ Ongoing Needs, Including Needs Related to the Pandemic

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Pandemic Specific Recovery Services

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Students’ Disabilities may Impact Schools’ COVID-19 Mitigation Measures

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Questions?