Rules, Laws, & Policies
Students who qualify for special education services must be between these ages to qualify for services
What is... ages 3-21
This setting follows a functional life skills curriculum and provides students with significant curriculum modifications
WHAT IS… 8:1:2
Equipment used to help a student be successful is known as
WHAT IS…
Assistive Technology
This section of the IEP describes the current classroom functioning of the student
WHAT IS… Present Levels of Performance (PLOP)
SDI
WHAT IS… Specially Designed Instruction
IDEA has categorized 13 different disabilities that qualify for special education services. What year was IDEA passed?
WHAT IS.. 1975 original, 1990 Amended
True/False
Special Classes can be offered to students for a portion of the school day
WHAT IS.. True
This law provides students with a Free Appropriate Public Education that fits the students individual needs
WHAT IS… IDEA
I must be documented on all assignments and tests, in accordance with the students IEP
WHAT ARE… Accommodations
PWN
WHAT IS… Prior Written Notice
This form is used to inform parents to expect a discussion on modifying services, before the IEP meeting
WHAT IS.. Prior Written Notice
True or False:
In a 15:1:1 setting, students are alternately assessed.
WHAT IS.. False
I provide services to students who have oral, motor, and/or visual delays
WHAT IS… An Occupational Therapist
ADD and ADHD are all categorized under this classification
WHAT IS… Other Health Impairment
ASD
WHAT IS.. Autism Spectrum Disorder
This was the original name of IDEA
WHAT IS… The Education of All Handicapped Children Act
This setting offers students a modified learning experience that follows the grade level curriculum. These students struggle academically rather than behaviorally.
WHAT IS ..
15:1:1
This service focuses on students who need assistance navigating the educational environment
WHAT IS…
Physical Therapy
I am a change in performance criteria and course content.
WHAT IS.. A Modification
ESY
WHAT IS .. Extended School Year
Anti-discrimination laws enforced by the Office of Civil Rights.
WHAT IS… Section 504 or ADA
This setting focuses on behavioral and social skill development. Students placed here have management needs, both academic and behavior that interfere with instruction
WHAT IS...12:1:1 and/or 8:1:1
This service supports students who are struggling socially and emotionally
WHAT IS… Counseling Services
This is needed before an initial evaluation can begin.
WHAT IS.. Parental Consent
FERPA
WHAT IS.. Federal Education Records Privacy Act