SERVICES FOR CHILDREN WITH DISABILITIES DURING THE COVID-19 OUTBREAK
In response to the public health emergency resulting from the COVID-19 outbreak in Massachusetts, our EdLaw attorneys will be working remotely as of March 16, 2020 in an effort to mitigate the effects of the virus. However, our work on behalf of Massachusetts most vulnerable kids will continue, without pause. In fact, the impact of school closings has a disproportionate impact on children or youth receiving special education as they need the in-person services they are receiving in their specialized schools and classrooms. EdLaw's representation of our clients and support for the CPCS attorneys representing clients is continuing and will be even more acute as schools close.
You may continue to contact us via e-mail or telephone, as usual. All children have the right to a free and appropriate public education, including during this time. If your child is facing barriers to their education, please contact our Helpline at 617-910-5829 or email us at edlawproject@publiccounsel.net.
Following is a link to the U.S. Dept. of Education's document: "Questions and Answers on Providing Services to Children with Disabilities During the Coronavirus Disease 2019 Outbreak" - https://www2.ed.gov/policy/speced/guid/idea/memosdcltrs/qa-covid-19-03-12-2020.pdf For a full library of information please go to: https://www.ed.gov/coronavirus?src=feature.
