A medical diagnosis can be one piece of the puzzle in special education. In this episode, Jeremy and Erin dive into autism eligibility under the IDEA, examining a case from North Carolina where a school district defended its decision to deny special education services to a recently diagnosed student. They look at the critical steps of conducting thorough initial evaluations and the importance of collaborating with parents to clarify the distinction between a medical diagnosis and educational eligibility. They share strategies to ensure a complete, accurate understanding of a student’s unique educational needs.
*Listen to the “choose your f-word” IEE episode referenced in this episode here.
Also, be sure to join Jeremy Neff on December 5 for a live LRP webinar on managing law enforcement involvement with students with disabilities. Get legal insights and proactive strategies to address extreme behaviors while protecting students’ rights. Register here!
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