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Nonverbal First Grader Suffered Abuse At Hands Of Teachers For Months, Parents Say
A first grader who is nonverbal was abused by his teacher and aide for months, his parents say, with video showing incidents where the boy was hit in the face with an object and dragged to his desk.
End To Public Health Emergency Could Have Consequences For People With Disabilities
As the focus on COVID-19 fades and the federal government eyes an end to the emergency status that the pandemic triggered, officials are warning that big changes are coming for disability programs.
Ed Department Cracks Down On Special Ed Failures During COVID-19
Advocates say an agreement with one of the nation's largest school districts over its failure to provide services during the pandemic should prompt other districts to re-examine their actions too.
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Man Didn’t Let Down Syndrome Get In The Way Of Becoming A TikTok Star
Adam Libby, who has Down syndrome, has 1.7 million followers who can't get enough of his videos showing the charming amateur chef preparing — and then, most importantly, eating — an array of dishes.
Bounty Paper Towels Spotlight Artists With Disabilities
A special collection of Bounty paper towels available at retailers across the country features designs created by several artists with disabilities.
Parents Say Mask-Optional Policies Leave Out High-Risk Students
More states have passed laws banning mask mandates in schools, but some parents fear a new COVID-19 surge could put their kids at risk and that mask bans may further isolate their children.
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Walmart Wants ADA Case Retried
Eight months after a jury ordered Walmart to pay a former employee with a disability over $125 million for failing to provide appropriate accommodations, the retailer is seeking a new trial.
Independent Living Development Planned For Adults With IDD
A nonprofit developer that's behind multiple faith-based residential communities catering to people with intellectual and developmental disabilities is expanding.
Professor Writes About The Pain Of Hiding His Autism
Devon Price long kept himself from talking too much about his interests or flapping his hands, but now he's helping others with autism embrace their differences.
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Pediatricians Get New Guidance On Caring For Kids With Down Syndrome
The nation's pediatricians are getting updated advice on how to provide the best care for children with Down syndrome from when they are still in utero through early adulthood.
Changes To CDC’s Developmental Milestone Checklists Met With Skepticism
Not everyone is happy about a recent overhaul of the federal government's developmental milestones for young children, with some experts warning that the changes could delay early intervention.
Mask-Optional Public Transit Alarms Immunocompromised People, Disability Advocates
After a federal judge struck down a mask mandate for public transportation, people who are medically vulnerable and those with disabilities — many of whom rely more heavily on transit — are worried.