Education
Arc Guide to Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) in Education

Each student with a disability who receives special education services must receive educational services in the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE).

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Arc Guide to Graduation for Students Receiving Special Education Services

Federal regulations in The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) require that a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) must be

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Arc Guide to Individualized Education Program (IEP)

What is an IEP? An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is an annual written plan that provides documentation for students with

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Arc Guide to Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)

An Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) is an evaluation conducted by a qualified examiner who is not employed by the public

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Arc Guide to Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA)

A Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) “means a process for gathering information to maximize the efficiency of behavioral supports.” (Minnesota Rule

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Arc Guide to Facilitated Individualized Education Program (IEP) Meeting

What is a facilitated IEP meeting? A facilitated team meeting is an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting led by a

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Arc Guide to Extended School Year Services

ESY (Extended School Year) is special education and related services given to a special education student. ESY is provided to

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Arc Guide to Bullying & Harassment

All students with disabilities have a right to a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) in a Least Restrictive Environment (LRE).

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Arc Guide to Acronyms in Special Education

504 Plan: A legal document that specifies services & modifications for a student with a disability ABC:       

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Arc Guide to Assistive Technology (AT) for Students Receiving Special Education Services

Some students with disabilities receiving special education services may need Assistive Technology (AT). In special education, AT may be a

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