The Supreme Court rejected a case that deals with a girl
that has modified education needs. The
girl is known as “Addison” in court documents.
Addison’s mother claimed the school district ignored Addison’s needs
just to pass her along to subsequent grade levels, so she fought to have her
case examined in the Supreme Court.
Addison was considered a sophomore in high school in a California
school district. She was known for
having incontinence difficulties at school.
Addison also played with crayons and dolls in class.
Addison’s mother sued the California school district saying
that her mental challenges should have been recognized in earlier grades. She stated Addison qualified for modified
education services under a provision in the Individuals with Disabilities
Education Act (IDEA). Addison’s mom won
her case which enabled her to bring it before the Supreme Court for a ruling.
The Supreme Court will not rule on this case. Supreme Court representatives made no
statements regarding this topic. In fall
2011, the case received high-profile attention when President Barack Obama’s
staff sided with the state of California on the topic.
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