Whose IDEA Is This? The Ohio Department of Education puts out this booklet which serves as the procedural safeguards notice to parents of children with disabilities. All school districts are required to give a copy of Whose IDEA Is This? to parents of a child with a disability at least once each year, as well as at different times in the IEP process. You can download an electronic copy of this booklet here.
A Guide to Answer Frequently Asked Questions About Special Education
Does My Child Need Special Education Services?
How do I find out if my child is eligible for special education?
What happens during an evaluation?
Reviewing existing information
Deciding if more information is still needed
Collecting more information about your child
So the school needs my permission to collect this extra information?
How does the school collect this information?
What does the school do with these evaluation results?
How is a decision made about my child's eligibility for special education?
What happens if my child is not eligible for services?
So my child has been found eligible for special education. What next?
What is an Individualized Education Program?
So I can help develop my child's IEP?
What happens during an IEP meeting?
What type of information is included in an IEP?
Related Services, as listed in IDEA
Special Education Mini Guide Haven't got the time to read a full-length article? Read about these "Mini" topics for answers to special education issues.
How to be an Effective Advocate
How to Do a Functional Behavior Assessment
How to Conduct an IEP Conference
How to Proceed if You Disagree
How to Prepare for an IEP Conference