Parent Rights & Resources
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As the parent/guardian of a student or adult student with a disability who is receiving or may be eligible to receive special education and related services, you have rights that are safeguarded by state and federal law.
Notice of Procedural Safeguards For Parents/Guardians of Students with DisabilitiesLos Derechos de Padres
Español DescargarEducational Rights and Responsibilities:
Understanding Special Education in Illinois is a document, developed by the Illinois State Board of Education for parents and others to learn about the educational rights of children who have disabilities and receive special education services.
Educational Rights and Responsibilities: Understanding Special Education in Illinois
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Sus Derechos en relación de los academicos
Español DescargarRequests for Service Logs
School personnel who provide related services to students are required to maintain written logs that contain the service provided, the date, and the number of minutes administered. These related service logs must be made available to parents/guardians upon request. These service logs are considered part of a student’s temporary school records. If you would like to request a copy of the service logs pertaining to your child, please contact the therapist who provides the service for your child or your child's IEP/Case Manager.
Section 504 Services
Students with disabilities who do not qualify for an individualized education program under the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act, may qualify for services under Section 504 of the federal Rehabilitation Act of 1973 if the student (i) has a physical or mental impairment that substantially limits one or more major life activities, (ii) has a record of a physical or mental impairment, or (iii) is regarded as having a physical or mental impairment. Questions about the identification, assessment, and placement of students should be directed to Kelli Catini, Executive Director of Student Services at kcatini@d15.org or 779-244-1000.
Parent Resources
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U.S. Department of Education, Office of Elementary and Secondary Education (2012)
Serving Preschool Children Under Title 1
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U.S. Department of Education (2011) Individualized Education Programs (IEP's)
Questions and Answers On Individualized Education Programs (IEP's), Evaluations, and Reevaluations
Other Helpful Resources
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Homeless Children and Youth:
National Center for Homeless Education at the SERVE Center
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Military Connected Families with Children with Disabilities:
Military Child Education Coalition
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Children in Foster Care with Disabilities:
National Resource Center for Permanency and Family Connections
