Special Education Law and Discipline of Students with Disabilities in Maryland Public Schools

Presenters: Alyssa Navarrete, Esq; Mallory Finn, Esq; and Mark B. Martin, Esq.

Part 1: Special Education Law

Course Description:

This session will cover an overview of special education law and additional protections provided to students under Maryland law. The presenters will provide an overview of Maryland State Department of Education guidance and technical assistance bulletins and share online special education law resources.

Learning Objectives:

Participants will be able to:

1. Describe laws relevant to special education.
2. Discuss eligibility for special education and the special education evaluation process.
3. Create goals for extended school year services and transition planning.
4. Summarize available dispute resolution methods.

Part 2: Discipline of Students with Disabilities in Maryland Public Schools

Course Description:

This session will provide an overview of school discipline in Maryland, including the laws governing school discipline. The presenters will discuss the types of suspensions and expulsions and the process to appeal a suspension or expulsion. They will provide information about additional protections for students with disabilities and recent Maryland legislation related to school discipline.

Learning Objectives:

Participants will be able to:

1. Identify school discipline regulations that apply to all students.
2. Describe additional protections for students with disabilities.
3. Analyze school discipline data in Maryland and recent Maryland legislation related to school discipline.
4. Describe manifestation determination meetings, functional behavioral assessments, and behavioral intervention plans.

Instructional Level: Intermediate

Who Should Attend:

• Counselors
• Educators
• Family members
• Law professionals
• Medical and clinical staff
• Paraprofessionals
• Psychologists
• Social workers
• Students
• Support and other school staff

3.0 Continuing Education Hours & Light refreshments will be provided

$10 discounted parking validation can be purchased the day of the event.