Schools have the upper hand when accused of special education shortcomings. That might change.

By: Marta Jewson

Outlets: Louisiana Illuminator

Published: March 30, 2026

Words: 1,072

Last Updated: 4 months ago

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In Louisiana, when a family and school disagree over how a student with special needs is being taught, it falls on the family to prove the school has failed to properly serve their child.

State lawmakers are considering legislation that would dramatically change that power dynamic, flipping the burden to schools to prove a child has been properly served under state and federal laws, including the Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act.

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