SLLA Legal and Policy Frameworks 2

Question 1

Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), what is the maximum number of days a school can impose a short-term suspension before it triggers a manifestation determination review?

Accepted Answer

10 consecutive school days

Answer

IDEA requires a manifestation determination review when a student with a disability is removed for more than 10 consecutive school days.

Question 2

Which federal law specifically prohibits discrimination based on disability by recipients of federal financial assistance in public schools?

Accepted Answer

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973

Answer

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 prohibits disability discrimination in programs receiving federal financial assistance, including public schools.

Question 3

A principal is notified that a parent wants to inspect their child's education records. Under FERPA, how many days does the school have to comply with this request?

Accepted Answer

45 days

Answer

FERPA requires schools to provide access to education records within 45 days of receiving a parent's request.

Question 4

Which component of NCLB/ESSA requires states to identify schools that consistently fail to meet academic performance targets?

Accepted Answer

School Improvement requirements

Answer

School Improvement requirements under these laws identify and mandate interventions for schools that repeatedly miss performance targets.

Question 5

Under the Gun-Free Schools Act, what is the minimum mandatory expulsion period for a student who brings a firearm to school?

Accepted Answer

One calendar year

Answer

The Gun-Free Schools Act requires at least one year of expulsion for any student who brings a firearm to school, though the chief school officer may modify this on a case-by-case basis.

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SLLA Legal and Policy Frameworks 2