1. NYS Gets Rid of IEP Diplomas for Special Education
... and achievement commencement credential." Sure, this certificate will allow the state to continue receiving federal funding, but how exactly will special education students benefit from the change? The Board of Regents believes that the IEP is a "misleading" safety net allowing students with special needs to not work to their full ability (Phillips). This generalization created ... by The Regents Board has sparked a flame of fury amongst the families of special needs children, especially since the commencement credential could potentially hinder their child's chances of employment or go...
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