Special Education Procedural Handbook 2024-2025

 Parent's Notice of Procedural Safeguards -- English Version.

The Parent's Notice of Procedural Safeguards is designed to assist the parent in understanding the special education process, and the rights of the parents when their child has been referred for or is receiving special education services.

Translated Versions and the latest versions can also be obtained from the DESE website: DOE Mass

IEP is developed following a review of assessment information during the TEAM meeting process.

Learning Center Support

The Learning Center provides tutorial instruction and academic support for students in accordance with their IEP. Students receive academic credit for their work in the Learning Center calculated according to the amount of time they spend working there.

Counseling Services

Individual student counseling services are available with a variety of mental health professionals. A school adjustment counselor and consulting psychologist meet with students and consult with parents and staff.

TEAM Evaluation Process

REFERRAL SOURCES: Parents, Student, Teacher, Counselor, Administrator, Other Professional

CASE REVIEW: The team discusses individual student needs, recommends school programs, discusses individual strategies and accommodations, and sometimes makes a referral for a TEAM evaluation. The case review team can include administrators, guidance counselor, teachers, school adjustment counselor, school psychologist, and/or school nurse. → Regular Program with Accommodations.

TEAM Evaluation → TEAM Meeting → Determination of Special Education eligibility and development of an Individualized Educational Plan, if necessary.