LAC 28:CI.101. Introduction

A. This handbook is the regulatory guide for pupil appraisal personnel when conducting individual evaluations of students suspected of being exceptional and in need of special education and related services, and as a reference for persons requiring specific information regarding the determination of eligibility for special education services. The reference to an exceptionality includes any disability term as well as gifted and talented. B. The Criteria for Eligibility describes the minimal data that must be obtained in order to determine whether the student has an exceptionality and is in need of special education services. The Procedures for Evaluation specify minimal areas of data collection, and at times suggest the professional who is usually most qualified to gather and interpret the data in a certain area. Any deviations from or exceptions to procedures in this handbook shall be explained in the integrated written evaluation report.