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Understanding Conflict between Charter Schools and Black and Latinx Students with Disabilities

Understanding Conflict between Charter Schools and Black and Latinx Students with Disabilities
May 2020
Federico R. Waitoller

This Equity by Design Research Brief presents a qualitative study of Black and Latinx parents of students with disabilities who experienced conflicts with charter schools. The purpose of the study was to understand the mechanism that generated and sustained the conflict. Understanding this conflict can provide guidance for charter schools, and parents seeking school options so that students of Color with disabilities experience inclusive quality services in any school option. 

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