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Understanding Colorado's Extended School Year (ESY) Services: What Families Need to Know

Understanding Colorado\'s Extended School Year (ESY) Services: What Families Need to Know

Extended School Year (ESY) services are a crucial component of special education for some students with disabilities. As a parent, understanding ESY services can help you make informed decisions about your child's education. Here's what you need to know:

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: My child has a learning disability. Do we need to talk about ESY services?

A: Yes, IEP Teams must consider ESY services for all students with disabilities aged 3 to 21, including newly identified students, students transitioning from IDEA Part B services, and students receiving secondary transition services.

Q: Does every student qualify for ESY services?

A: No, not every student will qualify for ESY services. Determination of eligibility for ESY services is decided by looking at regression and recoupment data collected after school breaks as well as predictive factors.

Q: Are ESY services the same as the special education services that my child receives during the regular school year?

A: No. ESY services are focused on the IEP goals and based on information gathered regarding regression/recoupment and predictive factors.

Q: What information is reviewed during the IEP Team's consideration of ESY services?

A: IEP Teams will review regression and recoupment data as well as predictive factors.

Q: Where can I find more information on ESY services?

A: Additional ESY resources are available at: Colorado Department of Education

Q: We have big plans for the summer. Does my child have to receive ESY services?

A: No, ESY services can be refused by the parents.

Things to Remember

Facts and Fiction

FACT: ESY Services are:

FICTION: ESY Services are not:

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Marnee Brick, President, TinyEYE Therapy Services

Author's Note: Marnee Brick, TinyEYE President, and her team collaborate to create our blogs. They share their insights and expertise in the field of Speech-Language Pathology, Online Therapy Services and Academic Research.

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