Families across the country are highlighting a persistent barrier to education for some children with disabilities, where access to early learning opportunities has been delayed or denied for years. In one case, a relative was excluded from traditional schooling until high school, while another faced a 17-year wait before enrollment became possible. Advocates say these experiences reflect broader systemic challenges in ensuring inclusive education for students with diverse needs. The stories underscore ongoing debates about equity in public education and the long-term impact of delayed learning access.
Susan Popkin has a brother-in-law who was kept out of traditional education until high school. David Bateman has a brother-in-law who couldn’t enroll for the first 17 years of his life. These stories ...
