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Communication Options for Families: Enhancing Special Education Partnerships

Communication Options for Families: Enhancing Special Education Partnerships

As a Special Education Director, one of my key responsibilities is ensuring that families are well-informed about their rights and the communication options available to them. Understanding these options is crucial for fostering a strong partnership between families and schools, which ultimately benefits the child's educational experience.

Communication Options for Families

Families and schools share a "built-in” partnership with the child as the focus. This partnership grows stronger when parents and school staff work together, even when disagreements arise. Here are some steps families can take when questions or concerns emerge:

During the Meeting

Here are some tips on how to handle the meeting:

If Concerns Are Not Fully Resolved

If concerns are not fully resolved in the meeting, you can:

Problem-solving locally gives families and school districts more collaborative options for outcomes for children.

Next Steps: If Problems Persist

If these attempts at solving problems don't work, consider the following options:

Parental Consent

Your school district cannot conduct an initial evaluation of your child without first providing you with prior written notice and obtaining your consent. Here are some key points:

Special Rules for Initial Evaluation of Wards of the State

If a child is a ward of the State, the school district does not need consent from the parent for an initial evaluation under certain conditions, such as:

Parental Consent for Services

Your school district must obtain your informed consent before providing special education and related services for the first time. If you refuse to give your consent, the school district:

Revoking Consent for Services

You may revoke consent for your child to receive special education and related services at any time. If you revoke consent:

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Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

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