ESY Determination

EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR

Extended school year (ESY) is determined annually by the IEP team, according to IDEA 34 C.F.R.§300.106, and should be made in a timely manner so the parent(s)/legal guardian(s) can make adequate plans for the student’s participation as well as consider their rights in relation to the decision. Progress monitoring data regarding the student’s performance prior to and immediately following school breaks must be considered in determining an individual’s need for ESY.

Teachers should share interventions and strategies for which the student is successful through collaboration prior to ESY and then following ESY to articulate the student’s progress. This can assist in effective transition between the two teachers and ensure the intensity and fidelity of the intervention. 

ESY may be determined necessary in situations such as the following: 

• Regression and Recoupment (does the student regress over breaks and take an extended time to recoup the skill)

• Recently determined eligible for special education or is new to the school or district and is now showing growth in a skill, but has not had sufficient time to show mastery

• A student's behavior is such that a break in school structure results in behavior that is harmful to themselves or others or can cause a regression severe enough to result in a change of LRE.

• A student's health or needs are such that they need continuous intervention