Assignment 2

PRISE or the Parental Rights in Special Education provides guidance to families on the special education process. This assignment will require a review of PRISE followed by answering the provided questions. New Jersey Administrative Code for special education (N.J.A.C. 6A:14) and the federal Individuals with Disabilities Education Act of 2004 (IDEA 2004) are laws that ensure children with disabilities receive a free, appropriate education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment (LRE). An important part of these laws provides parents with the right to participate in their childrens education.

You and representatives of the LEA are team members who are responsible for developing an appropriate educational program for your child. The PRISE booklet describes the state and federal laws affecting the provision of special education to help you understand your rights in the special education process. With this knowledge, you will be prepared to take an active role in your childs education.

The PRISE booklet has been developed by the OSE, in an effort to provide the most comprehensive and up-to-date information. The document is periodically revised to reflect changes in the law, provide additional information that would be of use to you, and to provide the information in a more clear and concise manner.

Review the various sections of PRISE and answer the following questions. Please summarize the

information provided in PRISE. NO NOT COPY PRISE!

1. What happens when a referral is made?

2. When does a district need to obtain parental consent?

3. What is an independent evaluation? What is the school district required to do when it

receives an independent evaluation?

4. What rights do parents have when their child turns 18?

5. What steps must be taken when a child is going to be suspended for more than 10 consecutive

days?

6. Name two forms provided in PRISE.

7. Name one of the Resources for Transition to Adult Life