Dr. Jolan Smith Selected to Join LAUSD Special Education Committee
Dr. Jolan Smith has been selected to join the Los Angeles Unified School District’s Special Education Committee. As one of 21 educators selected from over 300 applicants, Dr. Smith will advocate for better policies and improved communication between the school district and families of special needs students. The LAUSD Special Education Committee remains focused on keeping parents, the school community, and others informed about the district’s Special Education Local Plan Area’s work on behalf of students with special needs. The committee advocates for adequate resources and regulatory changes at the federal and state level to better serve all students. Additionally, they discuss priorities to be addressed in curriculum, the individualized educational plan (IEP) process, and services for students with disabilities.
