Identification of Students with a Disability

Identification of Students with a Disability

Lorain City Schools is responsible for the identification of students with disabilities that reside within the Lorain City School District.This includes students attending non-public parochial schools, homeschool and/or children attending a community daycare or preschool. A child may be referred for an evaluation by a parent/guardian or school personnel.  Lorain City Schools has 30 calendar days after receiving the request to respond.  Should the school district  not suspect a disability, a Prior Written Notice will be sent to the requesting party outlining the reasons for refusal. 

If a disability is suspected the district must complete an evaluation within 60 calendar days. The school psychologist will contact the requesting party to begin the process.  During this time period, the school may request information from parents, physicians, teachers, and other school personnel. Following the results of the ETR, an IEP may be developed if the team agrees that the student is eligible for Special Education Services.