Cedar Rapids Case-Nicolette Call

I agree with the parents in the Cedar Rapids Case. While I understand the district's case when they say that if they pay for Garret's medical care, they very well may have to start paying for every child's needs, I don't agree with them. IDEA has a Zero Reject policy. This policy states that every child is entitled to public education, regardless of mental or physical ailments. The family wishes for their child to receive a public education, and the district needs to be on board with that, no matter the cost. The Supreme Court tells schools that money is never an excuse to not give child medical care. Yes, Garret is expensive, however he is just as entitled to further his education as every other student in the district. I am a firm believer in equality in the education system. Denying Garret his education because he is too expensive could set a precedent for future cases and make schools think it's okay to deny more children their education due to money, when it simply is not.