After giving your consent for a full and individual evaluation (FIE), the school must provide prior written notice of any evaluation procedures the school will conduct and a copy of the procedural safeguards notice if your child is being evaluated for the first time. TEA states the school must use various assessment tools and strategies to gather relevant…
Category: Initial evaluation
What is a Referral for an Initial Evaluation?
A referral for an initial evaluation is a formal process initiated when a student is suspected of having a learning disability or particular education need. The referral is usually made by a teacher, parent, or school administrator and can be made at any time during the school year. The referral process is designed to identify…
What is RTI in education?
RTI in education is one of the first steps for parents considering entering a special education program. RTI is used to assess their response to intervention (RTI). Federal law directs educators to take a proactive step in ensuring that children at risk of not meeting grade-level standards receive the help or accommodations they need to…