Special Education Eligibility
The federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires that a student with a qualified disability be provided with special education or related services so that the student can make effective progress in the general curriculum. How is Eligibility Determined? First, someone must raise a concern about the child’s progress in the general curriculum and make a referral for a …
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How do I prepare for my child's special education due process hearing?
In some cases, the parents and the school will disagree as what special education services should be provided for a child in order to give him or her a free and appropriate public education. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) provides for different ways to resolve disputes about special education issues between parents and schools. As a parent, you have the right …
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