Special Education Law
Special Education Law
Special education is a collaborative process involving families and school staff. Parents and guardians are equal members of the IEP Team at every step.
The Special Education Law
Massachusetts regulation 603 CMR 28.00 and the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Students may receive services if they have a disability that affects their ability to make effective progress in school and require specialized instruction or related supports to fully participate in their educational program.
Special Education Process
The Special Education process includes:
Pre Referral
Referral for evaluation
Eligibility Determination
IEP Development
IEP Implementation
Progress Monitoring
IEP Annual Review
3 Year Revaluation
The process includes:
Pre Referral
Referral for evaluation
Eligibility Determination
IEP Development
IEP Implementation
Progress Monitoring
IEP Annual Review
3 Year Revaluation