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  • Public Review of the Special Education Plan:

     
    Freedom Area School District Special Education Comprehensive Plan Draft (2020-2023)

    Freedom Area School District Special Education Plan (2016-2019) 


    Welcome to the Freedom Area School District
     
    Special Education Department

     
    Contact Information:
     

    Dr. Joseph Testa
    Director of Special Education 

    School Psychologist

    724-775-5464 Ext. 125

    jtesta@freedomarea.org



    Mrs. Renee Romutis

    Administrative Assistant

    724-775-5464 Ext. 121

    rromutis@freedomarea.org
     


    Special Education Resources

    Parent Professional Development Presentations:

    Specially Designed Instruction - Virtual Options

    Supporting Students in a Virtual Environment

    Sensory Tips

     

    Parent Training Session #1 

    Parent Training Session #2

     

     

     

     
    Child Find: Does My Child Need Special Education?
     
    Determining Eligibility
     
    Signs of Physical, Sensory, Mental, or Emotional Disability
     
    Screening
     
    The Evaluation Process
     
    What the Evaluation Will Tell You
     
    Independent Evaluations
     
    The Reevaluation Process
     
    How Is My Child’s Special Education Program Determined?

    Special Education

    Your Child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP)
     
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    IEP Contents
     
    Planning for Life After Graduation
     
    Educational Setting
     
    The Appropriate Services
     
    Notice of Recommended Educational Placement/Prior Written Notice
     
    What Are the School’s Responsibilities to My Child and Me?
     
    Basic Rights for Parents
     
    Your Child’s School Records
     
    Materials, Classrooms, and School Buildings
     
    High School Graduation
     
    Discipline for the Student Receiving Special Education Services
     
    Due Process to Challenge Disciplinary Exclusion
     

    What if I Disagree With School Officials About My Child’s Education Program or Think My Child’s Rights Are Being Denied?

     

    The Rights of Parents

     
    Removing Your Child From Special Education
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