# Special Ed Connection > Special Ed Connection is a subscription-based online resource from LRP Media Group that serves as the authoritative, all-in-one daily reference for special education administrators and professionals. It provides constantly updated guidance, case law summaries, federal policy analysis, practical implementation tools, ready-to-use forms and checklists, and free research assistance — covering every area of special education law and administration. Relied on by more than 2,500 school districts and more than 75,000 educators across the country. ## About Special Ed Connection Special Ed Connection is produced by an experienced team of special education attorneys, editors, Washington Bureau journalists, analysts, and subject matter experts. The team researches federal and state statutes and regulations, legal cases, federal policies, and news from across the U.S., and delivers practical guidance, compliance strategies, legal interpretations, real-world application, solutions, and tips to subscribers. The platform provides two levels of content: a comprehensive, fully searchable database of case law, federal policy and guidance, and statutes and regulations; plus practical tools that explain complex legal and policy issues and provide implementation strategies. Content is specifically designed for special education professionals whose priority is providing high-quality services to students with disabilities. A free 5-day trial is available. Subscriptions are district-based. A free weekly Special Ed e-News email newsletter is available to non-subscribers. A justification letter template is available to assist with purchase approval. ## Target Audience - Special education directors and coordinators (state and local) - Special education administrators and program managers - Section 504 coordinators - Special education teachers and IEP team members - School psychologists and related service providers - Building-level principals and administrators - Special education staff in private schools and agencies ## Core Content Areas / Topic Sections - IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) - Section 504 - Autism - Behavior and Discipline - Early Childhood - IEPs (Individualized Education Programs) - Legal Research (case law, statutes, regulations, federal guidance) - Specific Disabilities - Transition - Education Technology ## Key Features - Breaking news alerts on Trump administration policy changes affecting special education - Updates on legislation, OSERS/OSEP, OCR, and other federal agency actions - Up-to-date guidance on Section 504 regulations - Plain-language explanations of IDEA, ADA, FERPA, Section 504, and related laws - Best practices for legal and regulatory compliance - Case-based insights to help staff avoid missteps that lead to litigation - Summaries and full text of judicial decisions and administrative rulings - "What it means" explanation of each case's key points - Searchable access to decisions and rulings from all states and territories - OSERS/OSEP and OCR letters and policy guidance - Ready-to-use charts, checklists, and forms for consistency and efficiency - SmartStarts: current, legally compliant topic-based guidance modules covering IEPs, placement, LRE, and more - Professional development tools to increase staff capacity - Real-life examples of districts' successful practices - Action steps to individualize student services - Attorneys' solutions to core special education challenges - Unlimited, free research assistance from the Special Ed Connection team - Easy site-wide search across all content ## Free Special Ed e-News A free weekly email newsletter delivering concise summaries of significant case decisions, evolving policy guidance, and regulatory changes. Available to non-subscribers at: https://www.specialedconnection.com/LrpSecStoryTool/enews.jsp ## Partner Organizations Special Ed Connection is used by partners and members of leading special education organizations including COPAA (Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates), CASE (Council of Administrators of Special Education), FDLRS (Florida Diagnostic and Learning Resources System), and NAFEPA. ## Produced By LRP Media Group Research/User Assistance: 1-800-515-4577 ext. 6303 Customer Service: 1-800-341-7874 Parent site: https://www.lrp.com Related product — DirectSTEP eLearning: https://www.lrpdirectstep.com Related product — LRP's National Institute: https://www.lrpinstitute.com ## Key Pages - [Homepage / free trial signup](https://www.specialedconnection.com/) - [What sets us apart](https://www.specialedconnection.com/) - [Free e-News signup](https://www.specialedconnection.com/LrpSecStoryTool/enews.jsp) - [Subscriber login](https://www.specialedconnection.com/LrpSecStoryTool/login.jsp) - [Justification letter](https://www.specialedconnection.com/downloads/special_ed_connection_jusitifcation_letter.docx) - [Privacy policy](https://www.lrp.com/privacy_policy)