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Sample Letter Request For An Initial Assessment For Special Education Eligibility

Sample Letter

Request for an Initial Assessment

for Special Education Eligibility

Parent/Guardian’s name

Address

City, State, Zip Code

Daytime Telephone

Date

______________(Principal or Special Education Director)

Local School District

Address

City, State, Zip Code

Dear _______________

I am the parent of__________ who is in the ___ grade at ____________(school). I am requesting

a comprehensive assessment in all areas related to suspected disability to determine whether

_______is eligible for special education and/or related services either under the Individuals with

Disabilities Education Act (including the Other Health Impairment category) or Section 504 of the

Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

I am requesting this assessment because __________________(be specific). The following

interventions and accommodations have already been tried. (list interventions such as seating

assignments, quiet area to take tests, etc.) However, my student continues to struggle in school

with___________. If applicable add: ____________has been diagnosed

with_____________by____________(professional).

It is my understanding that I will hear back from you in writing within 15 days of this request.

I look forward to hearing from you and working with you and your staff.

Sincerely,

Your name

cc: include others who you think might need to know about your request

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NOTE:

If the district agrees to conduct an assessment, when you give your written permission to the assessment

plan, it is VERY important to put in writing that you would like copies of all written reports one week prior to

the meeting where these reports will be discussed.

Sample Letter Request For An Initial Assessment For Special Education Eligibility