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Rampant ADA violations and other abuses create a hostile, dangerous environment for disabled students of color With the right supports, students living with emotional, behavioral and cognitive disabilities can thrive in a school setting. That’s why state and federal law requires schools to identify these students, create individualized plans for their education, and work withContinueContinue reading “Students with Disabilities Illegally Neglected, Punished, Criminalized in AV Schools”

In 2013, new legislation aimed at improving achievement among high-needs students shifted the way in which school funding is allocated. Under this new law, schools receive more funding to provide critical supports and opportunities for low-income students, English learners, and foster youth in an effort to address the inequities that have long left these studentsContinueContinue reading “Antelope Valley LCAP Administrative Complaint Explainer”

Newsweek Article Image of “Cancel the Contract” Organizers demonstrating against the Antelope Valley District $1.7 million contract with the L.A. County Sheriff’s Department The Antelope Valley Union High School District has failed to account for millions of dollars earmarked for high needs students. In the 2019-2020 school year alone, more than $6.9 million intended forContinueContinue reading “Newly Filed Complaint Alleges Antelope Valley District Fails to Account for Millions Earmarked for High Needs Students”