Dyslexia: From Child Find through the Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) Committee Process is designed to build background knowledge about the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and special education. It provides information about core special education concepts such as Child Find, Full Individual and Initial Evaluations (FIIE), Admission, Review, and Dismissal (ARD) committees, and Individual Education Program (IEP) development. Participants will gain an understanding of:

Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Child Find requirements
The referral process for an initial evaluation when a specific learning disability (SLD)/dyslexia is suspected
Notice of Action- Prior Written Notice (PWN), Notice of Procedural Safeguards, and Overview of Special Education for Parents
Full individual and initial evaluation (FIIE)
Admission, review, and dismissal (ARD) committee meeting and components of the individualized education program (IEP)
Reevaluation process

Suggested staff: All educators and administrators, but primarily benefits educators who may have limited knowledge about special education processes.

Diversity and Special Needs Populations
Dyslexia
Instruction for Students with Diverse Needs
Special Education

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