Journey Through Special Education
1. Need Identified
Realizing there is a learning need that is not being met, by teacher, student, or parent
Collect and share data in advance when possible. Helpful examples include psychoeducational assessments, reports, and behaviour logs
2. Identification, Placement, and Review Committee (IPRC) Request
Make a written request
Within 15 days, will receive: written notice of approximate date of the IPRC meeting, and school board’s guide to special education
3. IPRC Meeting
Identification and Placement decision is made Participants: minimum of three school staff including Principal and/or Superintendent, Parent(s), students 16+, and support person/friend
If you disagree with the IPRC decision, you can appeal.
4. Identification and Placement
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Categories of exceptionalities:
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Student will be placed in a regular class, except when this will not meet their learning needs
5. Individual Education Plan (IEP)
Sets out specific learning expectations and outline of educational services
