Can my child access a 1:1 aide at school dances or other extracurriculars?
Published: Feb. 3, 2022Updated: Mar. 17, 2022
Remember that supports and services provided in academic settings are also available during extracurriculars — this includes sports and dances. If your teen has qualified for a 1:1 aide or other medical and support staff, you have the right to ask for them to be present at school dances and other extracurriculars.
For more information, check out our article Making the Leap: The Transition to High School.
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