Listing of self-help materials and informational publications.
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Independent Educational Evaluations
(Separate Website)
A student's eligibility for special education and related services is determined through an educational evaluation, a process of gathering information about the student's strengths, interests, and needs and whether the student has a disability requiring specially designed instruction.
By: Disability Rights Washington
Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
(Separate Website)
If your child is eligible for special education and related services, the school must prepare an IEP for your child. An IEP is a written education plan, individualized to meet your child's needs. It describes educational goals for your child, the programs and services that the school will provide, and how your child's progress toward the goals will be measured.
By: Disability Rights Washington
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Make a Difference in a Child's Life - Education Advocacy Manual
(Separate Website)
A manual for helping children and youth get what they need in school.
By: TeamChild
Special Education Due Process Hearings If parents are unhappy with a special education decision made by the school, they can request a due process hearing.
By: Washington Protection and Advocacy System
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Special Education Information Sheets
(Separate Website)
Disability Rights Washington has many special education related information sheets.
By: Disability Rights Washington
Special Education Students** and Parents: Know Your Rights Regarding School Discipline
1114EN - Special education students have all the procedural rights of non-special education students. The rights discussed in this flier are only those which specifically apply to special education students.
By: Northwest Justice Project
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