Section G – Triennial Assessments
E.C. 56381(a)(1). A reassessment of the pupil, based upon procedures specified in Section 56302.1 and in Article 2 (commencing with Section 56320), and in accordance with Section 1414(a), (b), and (c) of Title 20 of the United States Code, shall be conducted if the local educational agency determines that the educational or related services needs, including improved academic achievement and functional performance, of the pupil warrant a reassessment, or if the pupil's parents or teacher requests a reassessment. (2) A reassessment shall occur not more frequently than once a year, unless the parent and the local educational agency agree otherwise, and shall occur at least once every three years, unless the parent and the local educational agency agree, in writing, that a reassessment is unnecessary. If the reassessment so indicates, a new individualized education program shall be developed. Each LEA shall conduct a reassessment of each child with a disability if conditions warrant a reassessment, or if the child’s parent or teacher requests a reassessment, but at least once every three years. The determination of whether a child requires a reassessment shall be made in accordance with IDEA 2004. With the Reauthorization of IDEA in 2004 several provisions that reduce unnecessary paperwork and direct needed resources to teaching and learning were instituted. IDEA 2004 continues the allowance for initial evaluations and reevaluations to be based on existing data and reports. Additionally, IDEA does not require that eligibility be reestablished through additional assessments when a triennial evaluation is conducted, provided a group of qualified professionals and the parents agree that the child continues to be a child with a disability and the parents do not request additional assessments.
As part of determining the need for reassessment, the IEP team shall complete the Triennial Reevaluation Determination form (D/M 119) and conduct a review of the following:
• Existing assessment data, including assessments provided by the parents
• Current classroom-based assessments
• Teacher and related service providers’ observations
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Parent/Guardian input
Based upon a review of the above information, the IEP team determines whether additional assessment is needed. If it is determined that a reassessment is warranted, an Assessment Plan (D/M 66) must be completed, identifying the type of assessments that may be given or considered. Additionally, federal and state law require that a student being assessed for an initial and three- year review shall have had a hearing and vision screening. The LEA is responsible for conducting the hearing and vision screening of the child unless the parent does not consent to such examination by the LEA or elects to provide a privately-obtained hearing or vision assessment. The LEA and the parent may also agree to an existing hearing and vision assessment for the triennial review (no more than a year old).
Chapter 2 – Evaluation and Assessment, Desert/Mountain SELPA
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As of 02/07/2014 Board Approved
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