Reviewed by Dr. Elizabeth Long, Ph.D. — Director of Special Education, 32 years in public schools.
Ask the team to explain why the disability does not require special education and related services and what information supports that conclusion.
You can also ask: "What does the data show about how my child is accessing instruction and making progress, and what supports are currently required?"
The goal is to understand the team's reasoning and determine whether additional information or assessment is needed.
Dr. Long's Assistant answers your specific questions in plain language — built from Dr. Long's expertise, plus state and federal law read at the source — never the open internet.
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