Siblings of special needs children often get less attention, face more parental expectations, and may struggle with their mental health.

Educators discussed lingering mental health struggles among students with special needs and their parents.

So-called “e-learning” has been a challenge for many families. But for kids with special needs, it can be even harder.

Betsy Crosswhite says it felt like a punch in the gut when her son’s school closed to limit the spread of the coronavirus. That’s when she realized she would need to become her son Shane’s teacher and therapist. 

The Illinois State Board of Education Wednesday amended emergency rules that had banned the use of certain physical restraints in schools.