The School System that Cried “Wolf!”

By Alice Doyel Guest blogger   Alice Doyel, education advocate As a kinship caregiver, l have numerous challenges raising my 14-year-old grandson. Our school system is continuously one of those challenges. And now we live in the most challenging time in our lives. I know that you will have your own version of family and … Read more The School System that Cried “Wolf!”

Attorney Chris Williams on How to Fight School Exclusions

By Alice Doyel Guest blogger   With 1.1 million students in Washington state, even a moderate percentage of students having school exclusions adds up to a multitude of lost education days. Approximately 13,600 Special Education students had at least one school exclusion. Approximately 1,400 Special Education students had 10 or more days of exclusions in … Read more Attorney Chris Williams on How to Fight School Exclusions

Attorney Chris Williams on How and Why School Exclusions Happen

By Alice Doyel Guest blogger   Many students who require special education services are fearful at school, anxious they may get suspended or worse. “Feeling like they are always on the edge of being blamed for things that weren’t their fault.”[1] Most parents are uncertain about what to do. Will fighting the school for their … Read more Attorney Chris Williams on How and Why School Exclusions Happen