We have shifted our language away from the term ‘special education’ whenever the term is not legally required. For more information about linguistic ableism , please visit stopspecial.org.
Back-to-School Pop Quiz!
1. What do the following stand for? a) FAPE b) LRE c) IEP
a) FAPE: free appropriate public education
b) LRE: least restrictive environment
c) IEP: Individualized Education Program
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2. True or False: Under both Section 504 and the IDEA, students with disabilities have the right to a free appropriate public education (FAPE) in the least restrictive environment (LRE).
True.
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3. IEPs are developed under the ________, a federal law specific to the education of students with disabilities.
IEPs are developed under the IDEA, a federal law specific to the education of students with disabilities.
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4. 504 plans are authorized under _________, a federal civil rights law that protects all people with a qualifying disability from discrimination based on their disability.
504 plans are authorized under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, a federal civil rights law that protects all people with a qualifying disability from discrimination based on their disability.
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5. True or False: A student who does not qualify for services under IDEA is still eligible for accommodations under Section 504.
True.
504 plans are authorized under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act, a federal civil rights law that protects all people with a qualifying disability from discrimination based on their disability.
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6. Through what age are students eligible for educational supports and services?
In 2022, NH extended the eligibility for educational supports and services for students with disabilities through age 22, giving students with disabilities an additional year of school-based supports and services to help them prepare for their transition into adulthood.
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7. In NH, transition planning must begin when the student turns _______ or, if appropriate, even earlier.
In NH, transition planning may begin when the student turns 14 or, if appropriate, even earlier.
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8. If an IEP team discusses guardianship, it must also discuss ___________ so that this less restrictive alternative can be considered.
If an IEP team discusses guardianship, it must also discuss supported decision-making so that this less restrictive alternative can be considered.
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9. Educators must discuss the process of ____________ with every student over the age of seventeen who has an IEP or Section 504 Plan.
Voter registration.
Voter registration is part of transition planning for students with disabilities. Under the New Hampshire law, educators must discuss the process of voter registration with every student over the age of seventeen who has an IEP or Section 504 plan.
To learn more about your voting rights and download our voting rights toolkit please visit drcnh.org/issue-areas/voting or contact our office at (603) 228-0432 or mail@drcnh.org.
10. Can a temporary 504 plan be put in place to support a student with a concussion or other injury?
Yes. If a student qualifies for a 504 plan due to an injury, a plan can be put in to place with accommodations, modifications, or services so that the student can fully participate in and have equal access to school.
See ‘Returning to School After a Concussion‘ for more information.
Additional Resources
Education
We provide information, advice, and legal representation in several areas involving children’s education including special education, school discipline and the unlawful use of restraint and seclusion.
Education and Transition Planning
Students who receive special education services are entitled to transition supports and services. Transition supports and services are included in all Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and are designed to help children and youth with disabilities prepare for adult life.
