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One pro tip from Erin Vobornik, COABE’s SAAEF co-chair, and long-time advocate for adult education is to leverage your legislative meeting to create new networking opportunities with others in government who are supportive of adult education. She states, “One of my most successful legislative meetings was just as educational for me as it was for the legislator. I spoke to a state representative who I was unsure would be supportive of adult education, but I was pleasantly surprised. Instead of pushing back, he gave me advice on other legislators to speak to, which committees to watch, and which days to check for committee agendas. Through that meeting, I created not only a longstanding relationship with someone who has influence over local programs and policies, but also gained insight into ways to make my advocacy more impactful.” Remember that if a legislator does not know a lot about adult education, your meeting with them has now become an immense educational opportunity for them. Teach them about how impactful adult education is, and a legislator that may have been ambivalent before might now become your ally. In addition, if a legislator does not seem supportive of the cause of adult education, do not be afraid to ask them if they know of other officials in government that know a lot about the topic and would be interested in a meeting. This might be a great opportunity to expand your network of allies in office. #AdultEducation #AdvocacyApril #Advocacy #YourVoice #Legislator Sharon Bonney Kristin Waugh Hempel JaKen Caston Joel Floyd, PhD Doug Cullen (M.Ed), CSCDA Eulalia Gomez-Lebario Marlaina Larsen Thorslev Chanteea Harmon

It is now 10 years since the Children & Families Act 2014 and the Special Educational Needs & Disability (SEND) Regulations and Code of Practice came into force. They place legally binding time limits on local authorities to take key steps in assessing and addressing a child’s special educational needs, including a 20 week limit for a local authority to finalise an Education, Health and Care Plan (EHCP) from when a request is made for an assessment of special educational needs (a few limited exceptions aside). In her latest blog, Karen May who heads our Education law team, discusses how these important limits are being missed by local authorities on an increasingly frequent basis. She emphasises the need for urgent improvement and the detrimental impact on children who need special educational provision when delays occur. If time limits are not complied with, we often take judicial review proceedings for our clients. #educationlaw #specialeducationalneeds

EDUCATION JUSTICE: Our Director of Research & Strategic Impact, David Blatt, wrote this week about a proposed administrative rule that would put up to 60 districts at risk to lose their accreditation from the Oklahoma State Department of Education. This rule would restrict a district’s accreditation to student performance according to one test. Most of the impacted districts have high concentrations of poverty. We urge the legislature to disapprove the proposed rule before the deadline. Read the piece at the link below. #linkinbio #educationjustice #okleg #advocacy #publiced #oklaed https://lnkd.in/gt_qn4FQ

With the start of the latest legislative session in NY, lawmakers will decide whether to continue NYC's system of mayoral control over schools. Get the facts about what this means for NYC schools with this article from Gothamist.com > https://bit.ly/4aUdbes

The ongoing debate over smaller class sizes (now the law in NYC) and how to get there is a fascinating study in public policy, community organizing, advocacy, and power. The NYPost does a nice job summarizing one aspect of this challenge and I hope someone is working on a documentary or podcast to capture this evolving journey — I think it will only get more interesting and complicated in the coming years. The financial and human resource implications of this law, in this timeline, are astounding. https://lnkd.in/eSUFRhiM

You may file an appeal with the First-tier Tribunal if you are dissatisfied with a local authority's decision regarding a child or young person's special education provision. Also known as a SEND tribunal, these will consider and render judgements on parental appeals against local authority decisions concerning a child's special educational needs. This article contains everything you need to know about the process and is well worth a read: https://bit.ly/3tCTvLj #SEND #Tribunal #SpecialNeeds

Making a difference in higher education - AGAIN! Today is the last day TO SUBMIT PUBLIC COMMENTS. Send us a PM if you have questions or want a copy of Champion’s comments. #HigherEducation #MakeADifference #PublicComments #SubmitToday #EducationReform #LastDayToSubmit #ChampionComments #EducationAdvocacy #VoiceYourOpinion #HigherEdChange

WTH! Honestly … !! IEP meetings are basically parents versus an entire school system. The odds are already clearly in the school systems favor. The vast majority of parents cannot afford an attorney or advocate to support their claims when determining educational programming for their special-needs child. They also do not have a background in special education or understand the long list of tests that are used to determine eligibility as well as function. Many parents have to go at it alone against clearly people who have power and a school system behind them. But never deny or underestimate parents a right to defend and understand their child’s needs and abilities. For the love of God, let them record the meeting to: 1) hold a large institution accountable 2) allow parents the ability to review what was said to ensure they completely understand what the school system is going to do with their child’s education on a day-to-day basis. (Which ultimately of course, continues year after year.) The lower courts and the Supreme court are truly pathetic and not protecting a parent’s rights - which ultimately doesn’t allow them to fully protect their special-needs child. #Specialneedsparents #Specialneeds

CIVICS EDUCATION: THE COURTS & DEMOCRACY Civics education is more important now than ever. As citizens, we must have a voice in the laws that govern us to maintain a free and just society. The recent events in the United States have highlighted the need for a strong understanding of the courts and their role in democracy. In the words of the Supreme Court case Wesberry v. Sanders, "no right is more precious in a free country" than the right to participate in the election of those who make the laws. However, the delegitimization of the federal and state judiciaries and the dismantling of the system of justice and rule of law by a single individual, Donald Trump, and his Republican Political Party threatens this fundamental right. Now is the time to educate ourselves on the importance of the courts and the role they play in maintaining a democratic society. Let us work together to ensure that our voices are heard and our rights are protected. #CivicsEducation #Democracy #RuleOfLaw

As your education advocate, I'm committed to empowering parents to influence policies and practices governing their child's education. I endorse legislation for expanded school choice, tailored to the unique needs of children. Prioritizing core subjects is essential for student success. Your vote for me guarantees a dedication to quality education and amplifies the voice of parents in shaping the future of learning. 📚✏️ #2024Election #USSenate #USSenateCandidate #GOP #RepublicanParty #Politics #AmericaFirst #Conservative #VirginiaSenate #USSenateVirginia #VirginiaSenateElection #USA #America #Election