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SPECIAL EDUCATION PROCEDURES IN OHIO A SCAVENGER HUNT! [|WHOSE IDEA IS THIS?] DIRECTIONS: Pretend you are a parent whose child is struggling in school.You are given a copy of the parent’s guide to special education (click link at top of the page entitled "Whose Idea is This?") when you attend a conference at school.See if you can find the answers to all of your burning special education questions in this document!


 * 1) What are the seven steps (and additional optional eighth step) in getting your child services?
 * 2) In what situations is the school required to give you prior written notice before they act?
 * 3) Under what circumstances does the school need your consent to act?
 * 4) If your child needs to be evaluated for special education services, who can initiate that request?
 * 5) If your child is evaluated, what different areas will be evaluated?
 * 6) How long (maximum) will the evaluation of your child take to be completed?
 * 7) How often will your child be re-evaluated?
 * 8) What happens if you disagree with the school’s evaluation of your child?
 * 9) What six steps will occur in developing your child’s Individual Education Plan if he/she qualifies for special education?
 * 10) Under what circumstances can your child get services beyond the regular school year?
 * 11) Until what age can your child receive special education services from the schools?
 * 12) What are the five different procedures for you to follow if you have a disagreement with the school regarding special education issues for your child?
 * 13) What are four different resources to contact if you have concerns about your child’s education?
 * 14) What do the following initials stand for:IAT,IEP, LRE,FAPE