This act has empowered parents of children with disabilities since these students are least able to act in their own interest. In past years these students were forgotten and left out of the education process. But because of laws like IDEA parents are now informed and able to support their children as they seek education that will best prepare them for later life. Students who are gifted and need classes beyond what is offered by their district have a route that will provide them with challenges that suit their skills. If a student shows talent in a subject and wishes to pursue classes beyond the school district s offerings the student can pursue dual enrollment.
Schools have an obligation to provide students with reasonable classes to meet their needs.
If a school can not do that, then the school must pay tuition at a community college, technical center, or university. The student may need to provide transportation, but the essential cost of these classes will be covered by the home district. Schools do have requirements before a student can become dual enrolled, but it is advantageous for a parent to explore if the student would qualify for this provision. Individual schools have codes concerning parental rights. The most important step a parent can take in supporting a child s education is being informed about policies that govern the child s rights.