SRO Special Education & Student Rights 2

Question 1

Under IDEA, what does a 'manifestation determination review' determine?

Accepted Answer

Whether a student's misconduct is caused by or substantially related to their disability

Answer

A manifestation determination review examines whether a student's behavior that led to a disciplinary action is caused by or substantially related to their disability.

Question 2

An SRO is called to assist with a student who has autism and is in sensory overload. What is the MOST appropriate initial response?

Accepted Answer

Reduce stimulation in the environment and speak calmly in a quiet voice

Answer

Reducing environmental stimulation and using a calm, quiet voice helps de-escalate a student with autism experiencing sensory overload.

Question 3

Which federal law prohibits discrimination against students with disabilities in schools that receive federal funding?

Accepted Answer

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

Answer

Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 prohibits discrimination against individuals with disabilities in programs receiving federal financial assistance.

Question 4

A student with a disability commits a serious weapons offense at school. What disciplinary action can the school take under IDEA?

Accepted Answer

The student can be removed to an alternative educational setting for up to 45 school days regardless of the manifestation determination

Answer

Under IDEA, students who bring weapons to school can be placed in an alternative educational setting for up to 45 school days, even if the behavior is a manifestation of their disability.

Question 5

What is the role of an SRO when a student with an emotional disturbance is having a behavioral crisis in class?

Accepted Answer

Collaborate with school staff and use de-escalation techniques consistent with the student's behavior intervention plan

Answer

SROs should work collaboratively with school staff and follow the student's behavior intervention plan, using de-escalation techniques during a crisis.

(SRO) School Resource Officer Certification Practice Test

(SRO) School Resource Officer Certification Practice Test

SRO Special Education & Student Rights 2