Flemington-Raritan Regional School District

Special Education Eligibility Process

Eligibility

Parent(s) (and adult student, when applicable) are provided with written notice of a meeting to determine student eligibility for special education and related services and, if eligible, develop an Individualized Education Program (IEP). A copy of the Parental Rights in Special Education (PRISE) document should accompany the notice.

The participants of the eligibility meeting include:

• Parent;

• A teacher who is knowledgeable about the student's educational performance or district's programs;

• The student where appropriate;

• At least one child study team member who participated in the evaluation;

• The case manager;

• Other appropriate individuals at the discretion of the parent or school district;

• For an initial eligibility meeting, certified school personnel referring the student as potentially disabled, or the school principal or designee if they choose to participate.

Determination of Eligibility

A student is considered eligible for special education if:

• The student has one or more disabilities as defined in 6A:14-3.5(c) 1-13

• The disability adversely affects educational performance and

• The student needs special education and related services