PNW Special Education

Special Education Services During COVID-19 School Closures

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In response to COVID-19, Gov. Jay Inslee ordered the closure of all public and private schools in Washington State through April 24, possibly longer. “During mandatory closure school districts will be prohibited from providing in-person educational, recreational, and other K-12 school programs using their school buildings and facilities.” However, “Districts will not be prevented from … Read more

Hot Law: Cannabis in Schools

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Update: On April 30, 2019, Governor Jay Inslee signed “Ducky’s Bill,” which will allow students in Washington to access medical marijuana therapies in the school setting. For more information, see High Times on Ducky’s Bill becoming law. November 2018 I attended the 2018 Pacific Northwest Institute on Special Education and the Law. I always leave that conference … Read more