Timelines & Compliance
How many days to complete an evaluation AFTER consent?
45 school days
Who must always be present at an ARD?
Parent, gen ed teacher, SpEd teacher, LEA rep, eval interpreter.
Give an example of an accommodation.
Extended Time, Preferential seating, etc.
What does FAPE stand for?
Free Appropriate Public Education
What does BIP stand for?
Behavior Intervention Plan
How soon must an IEP be implemented after ARD
Immediately or within 5 school days
True/False: Students is invited to attend the ARD at age 14?
True - 14 years old in the state of Texas
Give an example of a modification.
What does LRE stand for?
Least Restrictive Environment
When must FBA be conducted?
When behavior impedes learning or after removals?
How many days before an ARD must notice be sent?
At least 5 school days
What is the Admin's role in the ARD?
Ensure compliance, allocate resources, represent the district.
Which affects HOW a student learns?
Accommodation
Presumption for placement under IDEA?
What does MDR stand for and what is it?
Manifestation Determination Review - Review if behavior linked to disability or IEP failure
How often must parents receive progress reports?
As often as gen ed progress reports.
Who can excuse a required member?
Parent + school. Consent in writing.
Which affects WHAT a student learns?
Modification
When is a student placed in a more restrictive environment?
If supports fail in GenEd
After how many days is manifestation required?
10 days (consecutive/cumulative)
Max # of days from referral to ARD meeting?
45 school days for evaluation + 30 calendar days for ARD
Who interprets evaluation results?
Diagnostician or School Psychologist
Calculator allowed on a test
Accommodation
Who decides placement?
ARD Committee
Disciplinary removals for weapons/drugs/serious injury?
Yes, but services must continue.