Faces of Autism

This is a place to talk about autism and the impact that it has on our lives. I am mostly interested in making legislative changes to enchance the education of our children.

Friday, February 11, 2011

Special Education Law Blog: Special Needs as a Second Language by Lori Miller Fox

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, Lee's Summit R-7, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Special Education Law Blog: Steps towards Making a Strategic Plan for Your Next IEP

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, Lee's Summit R-7, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Special Education Law Blog: Comprehensive Accomodations Manual is a Good Reference for Your Next IEP and for High Stakes Testing

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, Lee's Summit R-7, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Special Education Law Blog: Count Your Blessings? by Lori Miller Fox

Posted by faceofautism at 10:08 AM No comments:

Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Special Education Law Blog: Emergency Evacuation Should be Part of the IEP

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Special Education Law Blog: School District's Gathering Information on Parents

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Special Education Law Blog: Illegal Holds, Restraint and Seclusion by Nicole T. Jorwic

Posted by faceofautism at 9:54 AM No comments:

Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Wednesday, February 9, 2011

CDC Wants to Know What You Think About Autism Research - AGE OF AUTISM

Posted by faceofautism at 11:28 AM No comments:

Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Bill Gates on CNN: They Kill Children (Vaccine Safety Advocates) - AGE OF AUTISM

Posted by faceofautism at 11:27 AM No comments:

Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Dr. Halvorsen on Wakefield, Witch Hunts and Vaccine Safety - AGE OF AUTISM

Posted by faceofautism at 11:24 AM No comments:

Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

California Reports Tripling of Autism K-12 - AGE OF AUTISM

Posted by faceofautism at 11:23 AM No comments:

Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Missouri House of Representatives

Missouri House of Representatives

HB362 Bryce's Law Autism Scholarship Bill

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Bloomberg Takes Aim at Special Ed Costs - WNYC

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Inclusive Child Care Offers New Option For Kids With Disabilities - Disability Scoop

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Young Adults With Autism Forgoing Assistance After High School - Disability Scoop

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

What's Next For Special Education - Disability Scoop

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Tuesday, February 8, 2011

Education Week: Are Superintendents Necessary? One Colo. District Says No

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Education Week: Ohio Gov. Creates Education-Czar Post

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Two Govs, Very Different Political Stripes, Call for K-12 Cuts - State EdWatch - Education Week

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Education Week: Study Disputes Myth of School Bullies' Social Status

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Wrightslaw - Topics - Discipline: Suspensions, Expulsions and IEPs by Robert Crabtree, Esq.

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

What Are the School's Obligations to a Child with Severe Emotional & Behavior Problems? by Pete Wright - Wrightslaw.com

Posted by faceofautism at 8:39 AM No comments:

Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, DESE, IDEA, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, NCLB, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

What You Need to Know About IDEA 2004: IEPs for Children with Behavior Problems by Pat Howey, paralegal and advocate

Posted by faceofautism at 8:36 AM No comments:

Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Brooklyn mom's battle to educate her learning-disabled son continues six years after it began

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Former Williamstown High School student sues district, Monroe Township over alleged discrimination - NJ.com

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

The Autism News

The Autism News School Is Not Working For Him

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Labels: autism, bullying, Chris Nicastro, Jeff Grisamore, Jerry Keimig, restraint, seclusion, Special Education, Stephen Barr

Monday, February 7, 2011

Transition Guide Looks To Ease Path To Adulthood For Kids With Autism - Disability Scoop

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Lee's Summit R7 & The Missouri Department of Education Are Leaving Our Autistic Children Behind

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