Remembering IDEA — and Fighting to Keep its Promise to Students with Disabilities
November 19, 2025 by Allison Rose Socol, Ph.D. EdTrust marks the 50th anniversary of IDEA, which guaranteed millions of students with disabilities the right to education and the services they need to learn
The Trump Administration Continues the Great American Heist With Assault on Students With Disabilities
October 13, 2025 by EdTrust The Trump administration’s latest attack on public education threatens the civil rights of students with disabilities
Students with Disabilities Deserve Better: Autism Acceptance Deserves Truth, Not Harmful Disinformation
April 21, 2025 by Brittany Coleman RFK Jr’s comments about autism are dangerous and filled with disinformation. Students with autism should be celebrated, not shamed
The Senate Confirmation of Linda McMahon: A Dire Threat to America’s Students
March 03, 2025 by The Senate confirmation of Linda McMahon as Secretary of Education marks a dangerous turning point for public education in America
How Students With Disabilities Will Suffer if the Department of Education is Closed
March 03, 2025 by Eli Smolen Dismantling the Department of Education will jeopardize the resources and supports students with disabilities need
The Power of Perception: A Tale of Two Different Educational Experiences
February 26, 2025 by Deonte Iverson To address inequities within student discipline, schools must move away from zero-tolerance discipline systems, which are not responsive to students
What Happens to Students With Disabilities if the Department of Education Were Dismantled?
February 10, 2025 by Heather Eckner For students with disabilities, the consequences could be significant and detrimental to their ability to succeed in school and beyond.