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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates
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COPAA Protects the Legal and Civil Rights of Students with Disabilities and their Families Nationwide
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 1h
Act Now! Tell Congress to Protect Our Children! Reinstate Department of Education Staff Now.
For more information www.copaa.org/news/712312/...
#disabilities #protectspecialeducation
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 6h
COPAA & CASE Issue Principles in Support of Students w/ Disabilities, Individuals &Organizations Encouraged to Sign
w/advocates from across the U.S. by Friday, Oct 17, 2025.
docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1F...
🔗https://docs.google.com/document/d/1qMA8vfjcirgnk25z8wGYdhavaLNetFz3LAfbL7EAjbE/edit?tab=t.0
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 1d
Join us for Advocate Late Nite at 9 PM EDT!
Tonight, Jackie D. Cross-Ecford shares her journey and insights on advocating for children with disabilities. Gain tools and inspiration to make advocacy your calling and career!
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 1d
📅 Save the Date!
Join us for the 28th Annual COPAA Conference at Crystal Gateway Marriott from March 3-8, 2026!
This is the largest event for special education advocacy and law.
Stay tuned for registration info!
#COPAA2026
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 3d
SEAT 2.0 Alumni Spotlight: Audrey Vernick!
Advice for Special Education Advocates New to the Field: Read more below.
Stay tuned for her inspiring journey and updates!
#SEAT2Alumni #SuccessStory
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 4d
Join the COPAA Parent Committee Meeting on October 20th at 6pm with Missy A. and Theresa S. The committee will discuss Section 504 & ADA: Understanding Your Rights Beyond IDEA.
For more information or registration visit: learn.copaa.org

#COPAA #ParentCommittee
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 5d
Join COPAA for an Attorney Roundtable with David M. Grey, Esq., discussing Due Process Hearings.
Enjoy a 20-30-minute presentation followed by Q&A.
Free for current COPAA attorney members.
Register: learn.copaa.org
#COPAA #DueProcessHearings
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 5d
Join us for Advocate Late Nite at 9 PM EDT!
Hear Lou Geigerman reflect on COPAA's journey in special education advocacy.
Don't miss out on insights from a true pioneer!
#Advocacy #SpecialEducation #COPAA
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 6d
Join us for the State & Local Advocacy Community meeting TODAY at 1 PM ET!

Agenda:
- Spotlight on advocacy strategies
- Federal policy update
- Community initiatives

We look forward to your participation!

#COPAA #DisabilityRights #Advocacy
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 7d
Join us for the State & Local Advocacy Community Meeting on October 7, 2025, at 1 PM ET!
Agenda:
- Spotlight on advocacy strategies
- Federal policy update
- Community initiatives
We look forward to your participation!
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 8d
Several private SPED schools in Connecticut funded by public dollars are under fire for failing to provide legally required services.
Read more about the investigation here: www.yahoo.com/news/article...

#SpecialEducation #IDEA #EducationJustice #Connecticut #PublicFundsPrivateFailure #IEP
Several Connecticut special education programs failed to provide services during 2022-23 school year: state audit
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — The State of Connecticut released an audit on Wednesday, Sept. 10, showing that private providers of special education did not fully deliver the required services, and showed defi...
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 9d
Several private SPED schools in Connecticut funded by public dollars are under fire for failing to provide legally required services.
Read more about the investigation here: www.yahoo.com/news/article...

#SpecialEducation #IDEA #EducationJustice #Connecticut #PublicFundsPrivateFailure
Several Connecticut special education programs failed to provide services during 2022-23 school year: state audit
CONNECTICUT (WTNH) — The State of Connecticut released an audit on Wednesday, Sept. 10, showing that private providers of special education did not fully deliver the required services, and showed defi...
www.yahoo.com
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 10d
Programs supporting students w/hearing & vision loss face funding cuts that could reduce access to vital services. These students rely on tailored support to thrive continued investment is key to inclusion and success.
wisconsinwatch.org/2025/09/wisc...

#InclusiveEducation #Accessibility
Programs for students with hearing and vision loss harmed by Trump’s anti-diversity push
Citing concerns about DEI, the U.S. Department of Education has halted funding for programs that support students with combined hearing and vision loss in eight states, including Wisconsin. “How lo…
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 12d
New On-Demand Learning Path!
Beyond Restraint: Fight harmful discipline & champion change for disabled students. 6+ webinars & tools.
🔗 Register: learn.copaa.org/p/beyondrest...
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 12d
We are thrilled to announce that our Louisiana Special Education Advocacy Training for Parents is officially at full capacity!

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who registered and for your commitment to supporting our children.

#COPAA
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 12d
Join the Alliance Against Seclusion & Restraint’s live conversation w/Jennie Dunkley
The best way to prevent restraint and seclusion is to not have a reason to consider it.
Innovations in the Why, When, and How to Prevent Escalation.
Thursday, October 9, 2025, 3:30 – 4:45 pm
endseclusion.org
Alliance Against Seclusion & Restraint’s live conversation w/Jennie Dunkley
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 13d
💰 A $500M investment = $8.5M boost for Wisconsin Special Education!
While it’s a win for special ed reimbursement, advocates say more must be done to ensure equity for students with disabilities.
www.news8000.com/news/educati...

#SpecialEducation #WISchools #EdEquity #FundIDEA
School officials celebrate increase to special education reimbursement, say more needs to be done
www.news8000.com
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 14d
COPAA Community, join us October 17th at 11AM/ET for the Social & Racial Equity Committee (SREC) Monthly Meeting!
This is an excellent opportunity to engage in meaningful discussions & make your voice heard.
We look forward to seeing you there!
#COPAA #SocialEquity #RacialEquity
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 15d
Join us for Advocate Late Nite TONIGHT at 9 PM EDT!
In this session of Ask a Professional, David & Cynthia will host Michelle, who will discuss her research on online vs. in-person therapy.
See you there!
#AdvocateLateNite #MentalHealthMatters
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 16d
Families in Louisiana -  Free Online Course for Parents
Registration Deadline: September 30th at Midnight ET 
Hosted by COPAA & Families Helping Families of Greater New Orleans
Register Here: -  learn.copaa.org/neworleans
Questions? Email: [email protected]
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 17d
🚨 Special ed complaints are up 22% & Written State Complaints have soared 66% over the past decade! COPAA is calling for deeper investigation into what’s driving this rise. Families deserve transparency & support.
www.k12dive.com/news/increas...
#SpecialEducation #IDEA #CADRE #EdPolicy
States struggle with increase in special education complaints
A new CADRE analysis shows increases in written state complaints and due process complaints but also high mediation agreement rates.
www.k12dive.com
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 17d
SEAT 2.0 Alumni Spotlight: Audrey Vernick!
Since graduating, Audrey has been working on exciting projects. Read more below.
Stay tuned for her inspiring journey and updates!
#SEAT2Alumni #SuccessStory
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 17d
COPAA and
@CASE
Join Forces, Urge Secretary to Restore IDEA Grants.
🔗- cdn.ymaws.com/www.copaa.org/
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 19d
💰 A $500M investment = $8.5M boost for Wisconsin Special Education! While it’s a win for special ed reimbursement, advocates say more must be done to ensure equity for students with disabilities.
www.news8000.com/news/educati...

#SpecialEducation #WISchools #EdEquity #FundIDEA
School officials celebrate increase to special education reimbursement, say more needs to be done
www.news8000.com
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Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates @copaafape.bsky.social · 19d
Federal District Court in Nevada Issues an Important Ruling in Favor of Families in a Class Action Lawsuit in COPAA is a Plaintiff
🔗https://rgz.law/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/ECF-105-order-denying-motions-to-dismiss.pdf
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