ESPC ESPC Special Education Law & Compliance 1

Question 1

Which federal law guarantees students with disabilities the right to a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment?

Accepted Answer

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

Answer

IDEA mandates that eligible students with disabilities receive FAPE in the least restrictive environment appropriate to their needs.

Question 2

What does LRE stand for in special education law?

Accepted Answer

Least Restrictive Environment

Answer

LRE (Least Restrictive Environment) requires that students with disabilities be educated alongside nondisabled peers to the maximum extent appropriate.

Question 3

Under IDEA, how often must an IEP be reviewed at minimum?

Accepted Answer

Every year

Answer

IDEA requires that each student's IEP be reviewed and updated at least once per year to ensure continued appropriateness.

Question 4

Which document outlines the specific accommodations and modifications a student with a disability will receive in the general education classroom?

Accepted Answer

504 Plan or IEP

Answer

A 504 Plan or IEP details the accommodations and modifications required to give a student with a disability equitable access to education.

Question 5

A paraeducator notices a possible change in a student's disability-related needs. What is the correct first step?

Accepted Answer

Report observations to the supervising teacher or case manager

Answer

Paraeducators should report changes in student needs to the supervising teacher or case manager, who can initiate the proper review process.

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ESPC ESPC Special Education Law & Compliance 1