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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What is the difference between the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act?
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a federal law that applies specifically to schools. The IDEA outlines the responsibilities that a school has toward a disabled student, and the rights that a disabled student has to receive a free and appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment. In order to follow the IDEA, public schools must …
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