LAC 28:XLIII.124. Transition of Children from the Part C Program to Preschool Programs

A. The state shall have in effect policies and procedures to ensure that: 1. children participating in early intervention programs assisted under Part C of the IDEA, and who will participate in preschool programs assisted under Part B of the IDEA, experience a smooth and effective transition to those preschool programs in a manner consistent with Section 637(a)(9) of the IDEA; 2. by the third birthday of a child described in Paragraph 1 of this Section, an IEP has been developed and is being implemented for the child consistent with §101.B; and 3. each affected LEA will participate in transition planning conferences arranged by the designated lead agency under Section 635(a)(10) of the IDEA.