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Education
Assistive Technology and Special Education
(Separate Website)
Assistive Technology Device: An assistive technology (AT) device is any item used to maintain or improve the educational capabilities of a student with a disability. Assistive Technology Service: An assistive technology (AT) service is any service that assists in the selection, acquisition, or use of an assistive technology device. This includes evaluations, modifications, maintenance and repair of assistive technology devices, as well as training for the student, family and school personnel in the use of such devices.
By: Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities
Education Evaluation
(Separate Website)
Children with disabilities have a right to a free appropriate public education under both the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.
By: Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities
Education: Information for Parents and Families
(Separate Website)
These web pages contain information for parents and families about the education of children, including: (1) Preparing my child for school, (2)Finding K-12 schools & aftercare programs in my community, (3) Helping my child learn to read, (4) Ensuring my child's school success, (5) Helping my child with special needs, and (6) Helping my child prepare & pay for college
By: U.S. Department of Education
Family Education Rights and Privacy Act
(Separate Website)
FERPA gives parents the right to ALL educational records of their child?not just the special education file. The statute specifies that parents have access to all ?personally identifiable information? of the student. "Educational record" is defined as records that are directly related to a student, and maintained by an educational agency or institution.
By: Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities
Filing a 504 Education Complaint
(Separate Website)
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 makes it illegal for any agency or organization receiving federal funds to discriminate in any way against qualified people with disabilities. Under this law, school districts must make sure that children with disabilities are not excluded from educational services and provide accommodations to children who need them to benefit from those services.
By: Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities
Filing a Complaint with the South Carolina Department of Education
(Separate Website)
Under IDEA (the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act), parents have three options available to them for resolving disagreements about the education of their children: (1) the impartial due process hearing system; (2) the less formal mediation process; or (3) the complaint system operated by the State Department of Education (SDE).
By: Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities
Least Restrictive Environment-Full Inclusion-Mainstreaming
(Separate Website)
Call it whatever you want, but the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires school districts to ensure: ??to the maximum extent appropriate, children with disabilities,?are educated with children who are not disabled and that special classes, separate schooling, or other removal of children with disabilities from the regular educational environment occurs only when the nature or severity of the disability is such that education in regular classes with the use of supplementary aids and services cannot be achieved satisfactorily.? [20 U.S.C. 1412(5)(B)]
By: Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities
Prior Written Notice-A Good Special Education Strategy
(Separate Website)
One easy and effective strategy available to parents who disagree with a school about special education for their child is to request that the school (or school district) notify the parents in writing of all proposed changes in, or refusals to change, their child?s special educational program. IDEA regulations (34 C.F.R. Sec. 300.503) require a school to give parents written notice a reasonable time before it acts regarding their child?s identification, evaluation or educational placement. Though required, prior written notice is rarely given unless parents request it.
By: Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities
Protections for Students not yet Classified as Special Education
(Separate Website)
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) provides several protections for students with disabilities. Some of these protections extend to students not yet identified as IDEA eligible when they are suspended or expelled from school. These safeguards apply only IF the school district had knowledge that the student had a disability before the behavior that led to disciplinary action.
By: Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities
Related Services-A Very Important Part of Special Education
(Separate Website)
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires Related Services to be given to a student with a disability who needs them in order to benefit from the education being offered.
By: Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities
School-Based Services of the Department of Mental Health
(Separate Website)
By: SC Department of Mental Health
Special Education for Children with Disabilities--TWO Very Important LAWS!
(Separate Website)
There are two laws you should know about. Most parents know that federal law requires schools to give children with disabilities special help. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) is a well-known law requiring this type of special education. Another law also affects the education of children with a disability. It is Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. This fact sheet will give you information about these two laws.
By: Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities
Taking Tests-Testing Accommodations
(Separate Website)
Deciding whether a student with a disability should take the same tests given to other students is a big and important decision, many tests can affect the rest of the student?s life. One immediately thinks about tests like the high school exit exam, Scholastic Aptitude Test (SAT), and final examinations for individual courses. However, testing of all kinds, whether a daily quiz or chapter test, is equally important.
By: Protection and Advocacy for People with Disabilities
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Children with Diabetes
(Separate Website)
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, known as "IDEA," is a federal law that requires states to provide a "free, appropriate public education" to children with disabilities so that they can be educated to the greatest extent possible along with all other children. Qualifying children are entitled to special education and related services at no cost to their parents. This web site provides more information.
By: Disability Rights Education and Defense Fund
Family
Are You Eligible for Any Government Benefits?
(Separate Website)
Enter information into this website and it will give you a report on benefits you may be eligible to receive.
By: GovBenefits, A Partnership of Federal Agencies and Organizations
Continuum of Care for Emotionally Disturbed Children FAQs
(Separate Website)
By: Governor's Office - Continuum of Care for Emotionally Disturbed Children
Family Matters.
(Separate Website)
A Guide for Adult Brothers and Sisters of People with Learning Disabilities
By: SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs
Now...And The Future
(Separate Website)
Resource Planning Guide for Persons with Disabilities and Their Families
By: SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs
Person-Centered Services
(Separate Website)
This booklet provides an overview of SCDDSN's person-centered services approach and explains how this initiative will improve services and benefit your child.
By: SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs
Planning Today For Your Child's Tomorrows
(Separate Website)
By: SC Department of Disabilities and Special Needs
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