The law regarding shortening children's school days changed last fall – tell us how this change has affected your family
A recent law change in Finland allows for the shortening of school days for children, particularly impacting those with special educational needs.
Louisiana social worker fights state red tape blocking her from helping special needs kids
A Louisiana social worker is challenging state regulations that hinder her efforts to open a facility for children with special needs amidst ongoing legal battles.
Jenna gave a student permission to bring a guinea pig to school – A surprising twist began
A teacher in Porvoo allowed a student to bring a guinea pig to school, which positively impacted the students' well-being.
They demand from the Ministry of Education "immediate action". "Difficult or burdensome working conditions for teachers"
The National Secretariat of Science and Education NSZZ "Solidarity" has called for immediate legislative action from the Minister of Education regarding additional compensation for teachers working under difficult conditions in inclusive education.
Phillipson accuses lawyers of exploiting parents of children with special needs
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson has accused lawyers of exploiting parents of children with special needs amid criticism of policy changes aimed at reforming the special educational needs system in the UK.
6-year-old autistic girl stops attending school due to lack of support professional in Teresina
Ayla Gabriele Xavier Gomes, a 6-year-old girl with autism, has not attended school for over a month due to the school's failure to provide a support professional as required.
Katie Price's son Harvey smashes up mum's car as he makes huge admission
Katie Price's son, Harvey, admitted to damaging her car's windscreen using a perfume bottle due to his dislike of bumpy roads.
Parque Patricios: has a disabled child, have been evacuated for a week and survive in a 'chaos of rumors'
Residents of Parque Patricios have been evacuated for a week following a building collapse, leading to confusion and distress, especially for those with special needs.
Inclusive education for children with different needs in schools still poses challenges
The article discusses the struggles faced in inclusive education for children with ADHD in Latvian schools.
Inclusive education for children with different needs in schools still poses difficulties
Inclusive education for children with different needs in Latvia is facing significant challenges, particularly in providing an accommodating learning environment for those with conditions like ADHD.
Inclusive Education in Practice: Addressing Accessibility and Learning Difficulties at Burtnieki Auseklis Secondary School
Burtnieki Auseklis Secondary School in Latvia has implemented solutions to improve accessibility and support inclusive education for students with disabilities.
Aggressive child beats peer after club: the court said who is to blame
A court has determined accountability in the case of a violent child who assaulted a peer, raising concerns among parents and educators about safety in schools in Klaipeda.
Trustee says they were 'fully cut off' from information on Ford government takeover
A trustee from Ontario's Peel District School Board expressed concerns over being excluded from information regarding a provincial takeover that affects local school governance and special needs programming.
The state is planning innovative solutions to support the coping of the elderly
The Estonian government is seeking innovative technological solutions to help the elderly and people with special needs manage better at home.
Bullying confirmed in toilet video at special needs school; investigation committee points to 'sexual violence'
An investigation has confirmed bullying involving the filming of a disabled student in a toilet, labeling the act as sexual violence and criticizing the school's response.
LUSIS COMMENTS ⟩ Latvijas Public Media confirms that Latgale has special needs
The article discusses the establishment of a separate editorial office by Latvijas Sabiedriskais medijs in Latgale, interpreting it as a sign of the region's unique challenges.
Two children with special needs found alone in filthy house 'eating rotting meat'
A mother has been arrested after two children with special needs were found abandoned in squalid conditions, allegedly eating spoiled food.
Tragedy at 'El. Venizelos': A 67-year-old woman dies after falling during disembarkation
A 67-year-old woman tragically died after falling while disembarking from a flight at Athens' El. Venizelos airport.
Eleftherios Venizelos: 67-year-old woman loses her life during disembarkation
A tragic incident occurred at Eleftherios Venizelos International Airport where a 67-year-old woman lost her life while disembarking from a flight.
Son with special needs saved mother from fire, father died in blaze
A 20-year-old son with special needs rescued his mother from a fire in Pärnu, Estonia, while his father perished in the incident.
New podcast provides a unique insight into a very special school
A new podcast offers an in-depth look at specialized education provided for children with complex disabilities at a public school in Denmark.
Children left alone in filthy home 'for days' covered in faeces and trying to eat raw meat
A mother is accused of neglect for reportedly abandoning her two disabled children in a filthy home in Michigan, prompting a police investigation following a neighbor's call.
Shake-up of support for children with special needs and disabilities unveiled
The UK government has announced significant reforms to the support system for children with special educational needs and disabilities, affecting how many receive personalized education plans starting in 2030.
SEND reforms sound positive - but I fear they will do more harm for children like mine
A mother expresses concern that proposed SEND reforms may ultimately undermine support for children with special educational needs.
Send support for schoolchildren in England to be given £4bn overhaul
Ministers in England are set to announce a £4 billion overhaul of special educational needs and disabilities (Send) support, aimed at improving education provisions for children.
Minister says children in England will get support more quickly under Send overhaul
Education Secretary Bridget Phillipson announces plans to expedite support for children with special educational needs in England under a new government overhaul.
Stakeholders urge government to fund inclusive schools, expand therapy access
Stakeholders in Nigeria have called on the Federal Government to provide urgent funding for inclusive schools and increase access to therapy services for children with special needs.
Schools in England to receive budget for children with special needs as part of Send overhaul
The UK government will provide individual budgets to mainstream schools in England to support children with special needs, addressing chronic issues in the current SEND system.
School in Kenya transforms learning for students with dyslexia
A special school in Kenya is providing innovative, hands-on lessons for students with dyslexia, catering to their unique learning needs.
Special needs support eligibility to be reviewed at start of secondary school in England
In England, children with special needs will undergo a review of their eligibility for support as they transition to secondary school, following a government plan to reform the special educational needs and disabilities (Send) system.
Nordecon to build Helen School building
Nordecon AS has signed a contract to construct a new building for Helen School in North Tallinn, aimed at catering to children with special needs.
The State Allocates 16 Million Euros: The Goal is to Relieve Families of Care Burdens
Estonia is launching a nearly 16 million euro welfare technology program aimed at supporting the elderly and people with special needs to remain independent and safe at home longer.
Insufficient support for the participation of special needs children in hobby education camps
The article discusses the lack of adequate support for special needs children to participate in hobby education camps in Estonia.
The participation of children with special educational needs in extracurricular camps is not sufficiently supported
The article discusses the insufficient support for children with special educational needs in accessing extracurricular camps in Estonia.
Edo to support special needs schools, hails teachers’ sacrifice
The Edo State Government has praised the efforts of the Nigeria Association of Special Education Teachers and has committed to ongoing support for special needs education in the state.
Tank veteran teacher back in the classroom after being left paralysed in a horror crash
Ian Westmoreland, a tank veteran and special needs teacher, has returned to teaching after being paralyzed from the waist down in a serious cycling accident, showcasing remarkable resilience by participating in physical activities post-recovery.
Headteacher left needing wheelchair after pupil struck her with chair at school
A headteacher in the UK has been left wheelchair-bound after being struck by a chair thrown by a student with special educational needs.
Director on inclusive education: When a school becomes a social or medical institution, the quality of education suffers
Inclusive education in Latvia is struggling as schools are being expected to take on social and medical roles, diverting focus from educational quality.
Advocates demand Rivers focus on special needs children
Organisers of the Inclusive Spelling Bee in Rivers State urge the government to enhance support and infrastructure for special needs children.
Mother reports school after son with autism is expelled in Juazeiro do Norte
A mother in Brazil filed a complaint after her autistic son was expelled from school following an incident where he pushed another student and a teacher during a crisis.
Parents get major update on school classroom revamps under multi-billion plan
The UK Education Secretary is set to announce significant updates to the Schools White Paper focusing on revamping classrooms to support children with special educational needs and disabilities (SEND).
The teachers' unrest tested in a strike in Catalonia: 'We are doing poorly paid work'
Teachers in Catalonia are striking to protest underfunding and inadequate resources for students with special needs, leading to frustration among educators.
Children with special needs in England will keep current support, minister says
An education minister reassured parents that children with special needs in England will maintain their current school placements and support levels amid concerns over proposed changes to special education provisions.
Getter Meresmaa's debut performance presents the story of a young person with special needs
Getter Meresmaa's debut performance "See You Again, Simon!" focuses on the life of a teenager named Simon with Duchenne muscular dystrophy, based on a true story by New Zealand author David Hill.
Amid tensions with Iran, the Ministry of Health contracts with private ambulance companies
The Ministry of Health is expanding MDA's emergency ambulance services by adding private companies to assist in patient transfer, geriatric evacuations, and transporting patients with special needs during emergencies.