How Is My Child’s Special Education Program Determined?
Under Pennsylvania and federal law, a child with a disability has a right to special education and related services that are provided:
- At public expense
- Under public supervision and direction
- Without charge to preschool (ages 3-5), elementary or secondary school students
In conformity with an Individualized Education Program (IEP). This means that students with disabilities who need special education must receive a free appropriate public education (FAPE).
FAPE includes related services that help your child get to school and benefit from the special education program. These may include:
- Special transportation
- Physical or occupational therapy
- Other services which help or support your child as your child grows and learns.