If the native language or other mode of communication of the parent is not a written language, the Charter LEA shall take steps to ensure that ( Title 34 of the Code of Federal Regulations § 300.503 ):
1. The notice is translated orally or by other means to the parent in his/her native language or other mode of communication;
2. The parent understands the contents of the notice; and
3. There is written evidence that items 1 and 2 have been satisfied.
PWN must be given when:
1. Assessment: The Charter LEA must send PWN regarding its refusal to assess or reassess;
2. Request for independent educational evaluation (IEE);
3. Parental request for a change to the IEP;
4. Parental unilateral placement of a child outside the LEA and there is a request for reimbursement;
5. A change in placement;
6. A change in location resulting in a change of placement;
7. A change in a service provider;
8. Parent revocation of consent for special education services; and/or
9. Child exits from special education:
(a) Graduation;
(b) No longer eligible.
The elements of PWN may be included in the IEP notes during an IEP meeting. A separate PWN document is not required when the PWN elements are included in the IEP.
Chapter 4 – Procedural Safeguards, Charter SELPA
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As of 11/18/2016
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