The Evaluation Process

 Student Evaluation

1. The Regional Associate sends a letter to the parent approving an evaluation at NYSSD.
    

2. NYSSD Intake Coordinator calls the parent to schedule an intake evaluation within one week of receipt of the PHC-10 and the letter of approval from the Regional Associate.
    

3. A request for consent for NYSSD to conduct evaluations, a request for release of information and an explanation of due process procedures are sent to the parent, with a copy to the school district of residence.
    

4. NYSSD requests education records from the school district of residence.
    

5. Request for Consent to Release Information, perform specific evaluations, etc., sent to the parents and the school district of residence.
    

6. Educational Evaluator conducts on-site visit to child’s current education placement.
    

7. Parents and child participate in a full day intake evaluation at NYSSD. Limited housing is available to the family.
    

8. A Multi-Disciplinary Team (MDT) meeting is scheduled and held to discuss the results of the evaluation and to determine the appropriate, least restrictive environment for the child’s education.

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