Introduction

Part I: Foundations of FAPE and the IDEA Framework
Chapter 1: Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) and Virtual Learning
(Curtis' Case)
Chapter 2: Least Restrictive Environment and Inclusive Education
(Cecil's Case)
Chapter 3: Compensatory Education and Long-Term Denial of FAP
(Megan's Case)
Chapter 4: Tuition Reimbursement for Unilateral Private School Placement
(Helen's Case)

Part II: Evaluation, Identification, and Educational Decision-Making
Chapter 5: Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE) and Parental Rights
(Chrissy's Case)
Chapter 6: Extended School Year and Educational Regression
(Ben's Case)
Chapter 7: Disproportionate Identification Of Minority Students
(Tim's Case)

Part III: Programming and Instructional Disputes
Chapter 8: Transition Services for Post-Secondary Education
(Brian's Case)
Chapter 9: Autism Spectrum Disorder (ASD) and Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) Disputes
(George's Case)
Chapter 10: Autism and Private School Placements
(J.R.'s Case)

Part IV: Discipline, Behavior, and Student Safety
Chapter 11: Manifestation Determination Review (MDR) And Behavioral Intervention
(Kai's Case)
Chapter 12: Restraint And Seclusion of Students with Disabilities
(Ryan's Case)
Chapter 13: Discipline of Students with Disabilities and Section 504 Violation
(Steve's Case)

Part V: Confidentiality, Rights, and Emerging Legal Issues
Chapter 14: FERPA and Student Data Privacy
(Ally's Case)
Chapter 15: Covid-19 and Compensatory Services
(Brooke's Case)
Chapter 16: Conclusion: Lessons for School Leaders from Special Education Litigation