A Parent's Guide to LRE
An Advo-Kids Resource
Why is Least Restrictive Environment Important?
Placement Options
If it is determined that a student with a disability cannot remain in the general education setting with supplementary aids and services for all or a portion of the school day, a full continuum of alternative placements as set forth below shall be available to meet the needs of the student. Alternative educational program options include placement in the following:
1. Single subject resource programs outside the general education class;
2. A special class program in the student's local school district;
3. A special education program in another local school district;
4. A special education program in a vocational and technical school;
5. A special education program in county special services school district or educational services commission;
Do We Have To Try Every Setting?
Meaningful Peer Relationships
opportunity for participation in those services and activities.
In providing or arranging for the provision of nonacademic and extracurricular services and activities, each district board of education shall ensure that each student with a disability participates with nondisabled children in those services and activities to the maximum extent appropriate.
When Should A Change Occur?
Special classes, separate schooling or another removal of a student with a disability from the student's general education class occurs only when the nature or severity of the educational disability is such that education in the student's general education class with the use of appropriate supplementary aids and services cannot be achieved satisfactorily.
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Tips on How to Ensure your Child is Placed Correctly
Advo-Kids
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Phone: 856-642-6445