Step 4

There are situations in which more immediate action is needed in determining qualification for special education services. If a child has obvious signs of cognitive or physical issues such as those listed below, they need to receive immediate support. Factors leading to more immediate referral include (but are not limited to):

• Documentation of known previous medical condition(s)

  1. Moderate to Severe intellectual or devleopmental delays.

  2. Severe seizure disorders 

  3. Genetic conditions

     1. Down's Syndrom

     2. Autism

     3. etc. 

• Known brain injury/damage that has caused a change in functioning

• Problems with hearing or vision

• Physical disability

• Documented severe emotional or behavioral conditions

  1. Post traumatic stress disorder

  2. Severe anxiety or depression 

• Documented severe malnutrition

• Mention of previous special education services

  1. Parent request tied to previous diagnosis or qualification. 

Even in these "immediate" cases, the team still needs a ELL staff member involved in the process. Reach out to your coach.