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Ennis Britton's On the Call
The Special Education Team of Ennis Britton hosts the podcast “On the Call." Each episode focuses on a real-life special education scenario you may have encountered or might bump into very soon. Ennis Britton attorneys Jeremy Neff and Erin Wessendorf - Wortman take the call and then discuss applicable cases and laws related to the scenario presented. Each episode wraps up with practical tips based on the Special Education Team's years of experience serving school districts throughout Ohio.
Ennis Britton's On the Call
On the Call: Social Maladjustment
In this episode, Jeremy and Erin explore the definition of "Emotional Disturbance" under IDEA and how it differs from social maladjustment, offering insights into key case law and legal interpretations that influence these assessments. They analyze a North Dakota case involving a first grader whose behavioral challenges, exacerbated by limited socialization due to COVID-related precautions, prompted a request for an IDEA evaluation. Jeremy and Erin also provide essential guidance for educators on navigating special education evaluations, emphasizing the importance of adhering to IDEA definitions and maintaining clear, direct communication throughout the process.