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Key Statistics That Support the Importance of Other Health Impairment (OHI) in Special Education

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Key Statistics That Support the Importance of Other Health Impairment (OHI) in Special Education Other Health Impairment (OHI) is one of the fastest-growing and most commonly misunderstood eligibility categories under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). While many parents associate OHI only with physical health conditions, it also includes chronic medical conditions that affect […]

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Establishing Other Health Impairment (OHI) Eligibility as the First Step to Your Child’s IEP

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Establishing Other Health Impairment (OHI) Eligibility as the First Step to Your Child’s IEP When parents hear the term Other Health Impairment (OHI) during an IEP evaluation, it can sound confusing or overly technical. However, understanding this eligibility category is an important step toward securing the educational supports your child may need. Under the Individuals

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Beyond SLD: What Isn’t a Learning Disability for IEPs?

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Beyond SLD: What Isn’t a Learning Disability for IEPs? When parents hear that their child is struggling academically, it’s natural to wonder whether a Specific Learning Disability (SLD) might be the cause. However, under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), schools must carefully evaluate students and rule out other factors before determining that a

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Recognizing Specific Learning Disability (SLD) in These 8 Academic Skills

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Recognizing Specific Learning Disability (SLD) in These 8 Academic Skills When a child struggles in school, it can be difficult to determine whether they simply need extra support or whether there may be an underlying learning disability affecting their progress. One of the most common disability categories under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)

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The Scope of Educational Performance for an IEP

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The Scope of Educational Performance for an IEP When many parents hear the term educational performance, they immediately think of grades, test scores, and report cards. While academics are certainly important, they are only one piece of the puzzle when determining whether a student needs special education services. Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act

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Medical Diagnosis vs. Special Education Eligibility (IEP)

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Medical Diagnosis vs. Special Education Eligibility (IEP) One of the most common misconceptions in special education is that a medical diagnosis automatically qualifies a child for an Individualized Education Program (IEP). While a medical diagnosis can provide important information about a child’s needs, it does not guarantee special education services. Schools use a separate process

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Understanding the Bell Curve, a Tool Used to Interpret Assessment Reports for IEP Eligibility

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When parents receive an IEP evaluation report, one of the most confusing parts is understanding the scores. You might see numbers, ranges, and terms that feel overwhelming at first. One of the key tools used to interpret these results is the bell curve.Understanding how the bell curve works can help you make sense of your

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