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Published on March 12, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

OCR’s Ph.D. Project Agreements Put Universities on Notice: Partnership Eligibility Rules Matter

OCR agreements highlight that university partnership eligibility rules must align with Title VI and be clearly published. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 12, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights …

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Published on March 10, 2026 - 13:00 GMT

Education Department Default-Rate Guidance Signals New Compliance Pressure – Students Need Transparent Support Systems

New federal default-rate guidance raises compliance pressure. Students need clear, written repayment support before delinquency escalates. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. Department of Education issued …

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Published on March 5, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Maryland Bill Would Require a Special Education Audit—Why Parents Should Care About ‘Systems’ (Not Just One IEP)

Maryland’s proposed SPED audit highlights why families must track systems—not just one IEP—to ensure accountability. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Maryland’s Senate Bill 863 (2026 session) proposes an audit focused …

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Published on March 3, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Enrollment Surges Past 8 Million; The Advocacy Circle Calls for Stronger Parent Advocacy Skills

Special education surpasses 8.2M students. The Advocacy Circle equips families with tools to navigate a strained system. WASHINGTON, DC, UNITED STATES, March 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The number of students with disabilities ages 3–21 who qualify …

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Published on February 26, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

UT System ‘Controversial Topics’ Standards: What Due Process and Academic-Freedom Guardrails Should Look Like

When schools issue new standards, due process—not politics—determines fairness. Here’s what guardrails should look like. DALLAS, TX, UNITED STATES, February 26, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The University of Texas System Board materials include a set of “ …

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Published on February 25, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Texas Seeks Input on Special Education “Intensity of Service” Model as Funding Rules Evolve Under HB 2

Texas is refining its special education “intensity of service” funding model, shaping how IEP services are defined, documented, and reviewed. AUSTIN, TX, UNITED STATES, February 25, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Texas Education Agency issued a January …

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Published on February 24, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

K Altman Law Responds to Broad + Liberty on Student-Athlete Fairness, Privacy, and Silence in School Sports Disputes

K Altman Law urges clear school sports policies and non-retaliatory processes amid student-athlete fairness concerns. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, February 24, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- K Altman Law issued the following statement in response to …

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Published on February 19, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

DOJ Settlement Highlights Integrated Education Obligations for Youth with Disabilities in Foster Care Settings

DOJ settlement underscores least restrictive setting obligations for foster youth with disabilities—coordination is key. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, February 19, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The U.S. Department of Justice’s Civil Rights Division …

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Published on February 17, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

GAO Report Flags Need for Better Cost and Capacity Planning in Federal Civil Rights Enforcement

GAO flags gaps in OCR restructuring costs—why schools and families must prioritize defensible civil rights processes now. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, February 17, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A new U.S. Government Accountability Office report …

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Published on February 11, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Education Leaders Are Building AI Rules in Real Time – Why Families Should Ask for Written Guardrails

As K–12 schools adopt AI, written policies on use, data, and due process help families avoid confusion and conflict. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, February 11, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A January 2026 Education Next analysis describes how K–12 …

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Published on February 10, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Connecticut Releases Independent Evaluation of Special Ed Bureau, Highlighting Oversight and Compliance Priorities

An independent review of Connecticut’s special education bureau highlights oversight, timelines, and compliance issues seen nationwide. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, February 10, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On January 14, 2026, the Connecticut …

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Published on February 5, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

New York’s RAISE Act Signals Rising Expectations for AI Transparency, with Downstream Implications for Education Tools

New York’s RAISE Act raises AI transparency expectations, shaping how education tools explain data use, errors, and accountability. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, February 5, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- New York announced the signing of the …

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Published on February 4, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Eleventh Circuit Pauses Reinstatement in Campus Speech-Discipline Dispute, Emphasizing Narrow Injunction Standards

An Eleventh Circuit ruling underscores that interim student reinstatement is extraordinary and depends on a precise, well-documented record. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, February 4, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- In an Eleventh Circuit decision …

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Published on February 3, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

FTC Sets January 28 Workshop Agenda: Age Verification Technologies, Raising Practical Questions for Families and EdTech

FTC’s Jan. 28 workshop highlights how age verification tools affect privacy, data collection, and access for families and schools. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, February 3, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- The Federal Trade Commission released the …

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Published on February 2, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Federal Court Highlights Limits on University Discipline for Protected Speech

Federal court guidance underscores due process and First Amendment limits in campus discipline cases involving student speech. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, February 2, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- A federal court in Ohio issued a preliminary …

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Published on January 28, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

FTC Updates COPPA Rule: What Families and Education Tool Providers Should Watch

FTC updates to the COPPA Rule signal stronger expectations for youth privacy, clearer disclosures, and privacy-by-design in child-facing tools. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, January 28, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Primary source: You can read …

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Published on January 27, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Federal Appeals Court Decision Reinforces the Need for Process Integrity in Campus Misconduct Proceedings

A federal appeals ruling underscores why transparency, documentation, and due process remain essential in campus misconduct cases. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, January 27, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Primary source: You can read about it here. …

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Published on January 22, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

Federal IDEA Monitoring Report Highlights Due Process and Procedural Safeguards as a Compliance Priority

A federal IDEA monitoring report underscores that due process safeguards—notice, timelines, and evidence access—remain a top compliance priority. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, January 22, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Primary source: You can read …

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Published on January 21, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

New Research on AI Tools for Special Education Advocacy Emphasizes Transparency, Workflow Fit, and Trust

New research finds AI tools best support special education advocacy when they prioritize transparency, workflow fit, and user trust. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, January 21, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Primary source: You can read about it here …

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Published on January 20, 2026 - 14:00 GMT

U.S. Department of Education Guidance Encourages Inclusive Practices Aligned with IDEA and ESEA

New Education Department guidance reinforces that inclusive education must remain individualized, data-driven, and aligned with IDEA. FARMINGTON HILLS, MI, UNITED STATES, January 20, 2026 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Primary source: You can read about it here …

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