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, a grade student at , was , from the on . This is a request for an expedited evaluation to determine whether is eligible for Special Education services as required under IDEA 97 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973.

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Not yet expelled
As there is considerable evidence to indicate that has manifested a need for such services over a substantial period of time and, because there is reasonable cause to believe that will be found eligible, should be immediately reinstated and the expulsion proceedings should be held in abeyance pending the outcome of the Individualized Educational Planning Team meeting.

Already expelled
As there is considerable evidence to indicate that has manifested a need for such services over a substantial period of time and, because there is reasonable cause to believe that will be found eligible, should be immediately reinstated pending the outcome of the Individualized Educational Planning Team (IEPT) meeting.

Presumed prior knowledge: IDEA 04' provides protection (including "stay put") to students not yet eligible for special education if the district knew that the child was disabled prior to the disciplinary incident. See 20 U.S.C. Sec. 1415(k)(8). The statute specifies four circumstances under which the district had knowledge. In 's case: (CHECK THOSE THAT APPLY):

1.The student's parent wrote a letter to the school district expressing concern regarding the student's disability or need for special education services. A copy of the letter is enclosed for your reference.
2. The student's behavior (repeated suspensions/detentions) and/or poor academic performance demonstrated a need for special education.
3. The student's parent spoke with school staff and requested and evaluation of the student.
4. School staff previously expressed concern to regarding the student's behavior or performance.

Enclosed please find my permission to evaluate as well as relevant documentation of past concerns.

Sincerely,


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CONSENT TO EVALUATE

I, , hereby give my consent to to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of my pursuant to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act.