Virginia parents worry about proposed special ed rule change
June 16th, 2008By the Associated Press in the Newport News Daily Press:
A proposed rule change in Virginia would allow school officials there to end special education services for any child without parental approval. Under current regulations, any changes in a child’s individualized education plan must be approved by parents.
The proposal by the Virginia Department of Education is open for public comment until June 30. The state Board of Education is expected to vote this fall on the proposed rule change. Virginia Gov. Timothy M. Kaine has said he opposes changes that reduce parental involvement in special ed.
Nearly 400 people have testified at public hearings statewide, and officials have received more than 9,000 comments, with most opposed to the changes, said H. Douglas Cox, assistant superintendent for special education and student services.
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