Is my child eligible for Special Education?

Is My Child Eligible for Special Education?

A child may be eligible if they have a disability that impacts learning or access to the general education curriculum and requires specialized instruction or related services. Eligibility is determined through a team process considering:

Assessment results
Classroom performance
Input from families and teachers
Whether the disability affects educational access

Families can request an evaluation at any time by submitting a written request to their child’s school.

What is the School-Based Physical Therapy (PT) Referral Process?

Here is a quick guide for the process:

SCHOOL-BASED PHYSICAL THERAPY (PT) REFERRAL PROCESS

Response to Intervention (RTI)?

RTI is the practice of using high-quality instruction and behavior modifications matched to student needs, with frequent progress monitoring to guide educational decisions.

RTI Multiple Tiers

RTI uses multiple tiers to allocate resources efficiently:

Tier 1 – Universal: 80% of students are successful with core instruction
Tier 2 – Targeted: 15% of students need targeted interventions
Tier 3 – Intensive: 5% of students require intensive supports

(Lozano & Smith Special Ed. Legal Consortium Spring 2007)