FREE SPED Parental and Student Rights Questions and Answers
What is the primary right granted to parents under IDEA?
IDEA grants parents the right to be active participants in all decisions regarding their child’s education, including evaluations, IEP development, and placement decisions.
What is a “Procedural Safeguard” under IDEA?
Procedural safeguards are legal protections under IDEA designed to ensure that parents and students are treated fairly, including the right to due process, access to records, and mediation.
What right do parents have regarding evaluations for Special Education services?
Parents have the right to request an evaluation or re-evaluation of their child if they believe their child may have a disability that impacts their education.
What is the role of parental consent in the Special Education process?
Schools are required to obtain parental consent before conducting an initial evaluation or implementing Special Education services for a student.
What rights do parents have regarding access to their child’s educational records?
Under IDEA, parents have the right to access and review their child’s educational records to stay informed and involved in their child’s education.