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Regulations implementing the 2004 Amendments to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act "allow a parent to request an initial evaluation at any time to determine if a child is a child with a disability. The use of response to intervention strategies cannot be used to delay or deny the provision of a full and individual evaluation...to a child suspected of having a disability..." Excerpt from a Letter to the State Directors of Special Education from the U.S. Department of Education, Office of Special Education Programs, January 21, 2011
Affiliate News
LDA 58th Annual International Conference – We’re going virtual!
LDA’s mission is to create opportunities for success for all individuals affected by learning disabilities through support, education, and advocacy. LDA believes everyone can succeed at school, at work, in relationships, …
LDA of Texas Needs You!
We are asking for your assistance. We need committed individuals who desire to make a difference in the lives of children and adults with learning disabilities. We are seeking …
National News
In Search of Outstanding Educators…
Each year LDA of America selects an outstanding educator to receive the Sam Kirk Educator of the Year Award. This is an opportunity to give educators a well-deserved “thank you”…
LDA Takes Part in Successful Campaign for PFAS-Free Packaging from McDonald’s
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) chemicals are used to make materials grease and water-resistant. These chemicals are also harmful to our health and are nicknamed “forever chemicals” because they do…
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