Saying Goodbye To The Kojo Nnamdi Show
On this last episode, we look back on 23 years of joyous, difficult and always informative conversation.
More than six million students nationwide receive special education services. But what happens when a school district and parents disagree about the needs of individual students? Join Kojo for a look at a U.S. Supreme Court ruling this week that could alter how special education resources are allocated in the metro region and nationwide.
Guests
- Bob Dinerstein Professor, Washington College of Law, American University
- Jonathan Franklin Attorney for Montgomery County Public Schools; Partner, Hogan & Hartson
- Wendy Byrnes Parent Advocate, Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund
- Carey M. Wright Associate Superintendent, Office of Special Education & Student Services, Montgomery County Public Schools
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