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A special education referral is a written statement that an individual, through age 25 years, may have a suspected disability that interferes with learning.
Anyone who is concerned, including teachers, social workers, parents, licensed physicians, nurses, or representatives of other agencies may refer a person suspected of being disabled. In most cases, this referral for a special education evaluation will be handled at the local school level.
As a parent, you have the right to receive a written notice before the school evaluates your child for the first time. This notice must be in writing and in your native language or other principal mode of communication that is understandable to you. In addition, the notice is to describe the proposed action and explain why an evaluation is proposed.
Written parental consent must be obtained before the school district conducts the initial evaluation or reevaluation of a person suspected of being disabled. Written consent must also be obtained prior to placing a disabled child on a program providing special education or related services.
If you decline permission to evaluate your child, the school district may request a due process hearing to appeal your refusal.
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