IDEA Basics
In what year was the Education for All Handicapped Children Act passed?
1975
Which principle ensures parental participation?
Parent & Student Participation
Which category includes reading/writing/math difficulties?
Specific Learning Disability (SLD)
In what year was Early Intervention added?
1986
What is the purpose of measurable annual goals?
To outline expected progress for the year
What is the current name of the law originally passed in 1975?
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Which principle requires comprehensive evaluation?
Appropriate Evaluation
Which category includes communication challenges?
Speech or Language Impairment
What age range does EI cover?
Birth to age 3
What must schools obtain before evaluation?
Written parent consent
How many people received IDEA services in 2023–2024?
About 7.5 million
What document outlines goals and services?
Individualized Education Program (IEP)
Which category applies to ages 3–10 with delays?
Developmental Delay (DD)
What is the individualized plan for EI called?
Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP)
What meeting occurs annually?
Annual IEP Meeting
Which part of IDEA covers ages 3–21?
Part B
What does LRE require?
Education with nondisabled peers as appropriate
Which category includes hearing and vision loss?
Deaf-Blindness
What requirement helps find infants and toddlers who need EI?
Child Find
What is due every 3 years?
Testing
Which principle ensures education at no cost?
FAPE (Free Appropriate Public Education)
Which principle helps guarantee due process is a parent disagrees with the school's decision?
Procedural Safeguards
Which category includes acquired cognitive effects?
Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI)
Name three EI services.
Examples: Speech therapy, OT, PT, behavior support, family counseling, assistive tech
What is the age requirement for transition plans to be included in the IEP?
16 or 9th grade