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NDRN believes in the right of all students, including those with disabilities, to an equitable and appropriate education in a safe environment, based on access to the general education curriculum. NDRN seeks to accomplish this goal through federal policy work and through the Protection and Advocacy (P&A) Network, who enforce our nation's education laws on the state level.

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Restraint and Seclusion in Schools

This School Is Not Supposed to Hurt report examines the abusive use of restraint and seclusion in our nation’s schools. It outlines the problems associated with the use of restraint or seclusion, and details the proven risks to children associated with the use of these aversive techniques. The report goes on to propose solutions to the use of restraint or seclusion by highlighting the best practices in education and the use of positive behavioral supports.

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  • Education

    NDRN Among Organizations Calling on ED to Not Open WIOA Regulations

    March 7, 2018

    The letter to ED requested that the WIOA regulations not be opened up for change, but that to address perceived confusion around the CIE provisions the Department should update and clarify the existing FAQ document or guidance.

    Letter
  • Education

    NDRN Joins Amicus in School Bullying Case

    January 23, 2018

    NDRN joined COPAA in an Amicus in support of appellant’s argument that the school district took inadequate steps to address student on student disability-based bullying.

    Amicus Brief
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    Public Denied Opportunity to Get Answers from Education Secretary DeVos

    December 21, 2017

    WASHINGTON – The House Education and Workforce Committee cancelled a December 20th hearing with Education Secretary Betsy DeVos. In response, NDRN Public Policy Director Eric Buehlmann issued the following statement

    Press Release