In Hazlehurst public schools, students with disabilities lose out on required help

In Hazlehurst, parents and advocates are raising alarms over the school district's failure to provide required services to students with disabilities, which is mandated by federal law. Complaints have been filed with both the Mississippi Department of Education and district leaders, highlighting a systemic issue that could have long-term impacts on these students' educational outcomes. This situation underscores broader concerns about the adequacy of special education support and the potential consequences for both students and their families, emphasizing the need for urgent policy review and action.