The mistreatment of children with disabilities can be just as damaging as the disability itself. Unfortunately, this is what many families are faced with on top of the issues related to the disorder itself. It can become a frustrating and overwhelming problem unless you know how to advocate for your child’s rights.

For more information and a link to a letter from the U.S. Department of Education on this specific issue please read the following article from the
Special Education site at BellaOnline.com.

Harassment of Children with Disabilities
A violation of your child's rights.

http://www.bellaonline.com/articles/art8693.asp

Please visit specialeducation.bellaonline.com for more tips and information about Special Education issues.

To participate in free, online discussions, this site also offers a community forum dedicated to Special Education at:

http://forums.bellaonline.com/ubbthreads.php?ubb=postlist&Board=123

I welcome any questions or thoughts on special education issues through my e-mail as well as the forum.

I hope this information helps families develop meaningful, effective results as they navigate their way through the world of special education.

If you know someone struggling with special education issues, please pass this information along.

Good luck on your journey, and always know that you do make a difference in the life of your child.

Diane Miller, Special Education Editor
http://specialeducation.bellaonline.com

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