On the Call: Safety Fears and LRE Considerations

In this episode, Erin and Jeremy dive into a Delaware case involving a student with disabilities who had recently returned from incarceration and was grieving the tragic loss of a sibling. The student challenged the district’s proposed placement, raising questions about how schools evaluate LRE under the IDEA. They break down the legal standards, examine the district’s decision-making process, and provide practical guidance for educators facing complex placement determinations.