Improving EduCAtion Outcomes For Children With Disabilities In Kinship/Foster Youth (CA)

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3. If there is reason to believe a child may have a disability that interferes in his or her education, which of the following is the most appropriate action to take?

Request an early formal special education evaluation and appropriate interventions

It is better to "wait and see" if the child will adjust to a new school or home environment

Avoid a 504 evaluation so the child is not stigmatized by peers and teachers

Seek a formal medical diagnosis before requesting a 504 assessment.

4. When sharing information about your foster child with the school, it is important

To share only relevant information that will inform decision making.

To consult with the social worker if you have questions about what's appropriate to share.

To share information with only those who need to know.

All these are correct

5. If there is a reason to believe a child may have a disability that interferes in his or her education, which of the following is the most appropriate action to take?

Request an early formal special education evaluation and appropriate interventions

It is better to "wait and see" if the child will adjust to a new school or home environment

Avoid a 504 evaluation so the child is not stigmatized by peers and teachers

Seek a formal medical diagnosis before requesting a 504 assessment.

8. Who has the right to make educational decisions for a child in foster care in cases where the court removes education rights from biological parents?

Whoever takes care of the child

A next-of-kin relationship (e.g., grandparent, aunt, uncle)

Social worker

A court appointed individual

9. How many days does a school district or charter school have to respond to a written request from a parent/education rights holder asking for special education evaluation?

15 days when school is in session

30 days when school is in session

3 months when school is in session

No rule

10. If you are not sure what your next steps are when you disagree, or when the school is not following the IEP or 504 plan, you should NOT:

Give up and let the school handle it

Let your child welfare or caseworker know

Include your concerns in written documentation to the court (CAREGIVER'S AFFIDAVIT)

Contact the PTI in your area to learn more about next steps

Improving EduCAtion Outcomes For Children With Disabilities In Kinship/Foster Youth (CA)

1. If the Education Rights Holder has limited English proficiency or a disability, the school/district must provide an interpreter and necessary accommodations so they can participate fully.

2.

What first name or nickname would you like us to use?

2. What does IEP stand for?