Bullying, Neurodivergent Students, and FAPE: When Schools Fail to Keep Children Safe
January 22, 2026
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By: Frances Shefter, Esq. Wow. What a week. If you are a parent of a neurodivergent child, you already
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EP 125 | Inside the Mind of Sam Mitchell: Autism, ADHD, and Standing Up to Bullying
January 7, 2026
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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bqiwov95-9A Stress-Free IEP: Sam Mitchell on Autism, Bullying, and Building a Life That Fits Frances Shefter opens the episode with
Behavior Is Communication: Why Punishment Isn’t the Answer
December 18, 2025
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Behavior Is Communication: Why Punishment Isn’t the Answer By: Frances Shefter, Esq. The words “consequence” and “punishment” are often used interchangeably. However, they are very different. Understanding
Don’t Punish the Disability: The Importance of a Manifestation Determination Review (MDR)
June 12, 2025
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By Lateefah S. Williams, Esq. Imagine a student with a disability gets suspended several times for being disruptive in class
Bullying and IEPs: Is Bullying Alone Enough to Get an IEP?
March 27, 2025
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By Lateefah S. Williams, Esq. Have you ever been bullied? As someone who has, it can be a harrowing experience.
