education services until 21 years of age or his / her graduation from high school , whichever comes first . A parent guide to special education is available in each principal ’ s office .
Related services which are available to Enfield ’ s children include : individual evaluations , speech and language therapy , school counseling services , adaptive physical education , occupational therapy , physical therapy , and special transportation . Every child who is eligible for special education is also eligible for related services as needs are identified by the PPT . Goals and objectives are stated in writing in the Individualized Educational Program ( IEP ) of the student .
SECTION 504
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 is a broad civil rights law which protects the rights of individuals with handicaps and bars discrimination based on disability . The act protects all school-aged children as handicapped who meet the definition of qualified handicapped person : ( 1 ) has or ( 2 ) has had a physical or mental impairment which substantially limits a major life activity , or ( 3 ) is regarded as handicapped by others . Federal and State regulations require that reasonable accommodations be implemented in order to provide a free appropriate public education for the handicapped student .
SPECIAL EDUCATION PROGRAMS
Special education services are provided by certified teachers , therapists , or other providers in the least restrictive environment . Appropriate services are determined by the PPT and described in the student ’ s Individualized Educational Program ( IEP ), which is reviewed annually .
A full continuum of programs and services are available to identified students , ages 3-21 . Specific information concerning services is available from your building administrator or from Pupil Personnel Services .
STUDENT PROGRESS
Families will be made aware of individual progress at a conference held in November . Families are updated on student progress in the Winter and Spring as well . Families are welcome to request a meeting with the teacher at any time during the year . Teachers share progress updates with families as needed .
DISCIPLINE POLICY & PROCEDURES NAEYC Standard 1B . 10 , 10B . 18
A positive and reflective approach will be taken regarding behavior management and discipline . Teachers will focus on and reinforce positive behaviors of children , while providing students with clear , consistent expectations . The goal is to help children develop self-regulation and
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