Special Education Initial Referral Timeline
The Special Education Initial Referral Timeline provides an overview of the timeline and legal requirements for a referral for an initial special education evaluation from the point of campus or parent request for a referral for an initial evaluation to the initial ARD committee meeting where eligibility is determined, and may be another helpful resource for ensuring timelines and legal requirements are implemented.
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Special Education Referral for Initial Evaluation Process-Guidance for Establishing Local Education Agency Procedures
Requirements pertaining to referrals for initial evaluation and best practice procedures for receiving referrals for an initial evaluation.
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Special Education Referral for Initial Evaluation Quick Guide
Key points and important resources for local education agencies (LEAs) to consider for receiving referrals and requests for initial evaluations.
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