5610A - STUDENTS SUBJECT TO EXPULSION BUT NOT IDENTIFIED AS ELIGIBLE FOR SPECIAL EDUCATION

School requests expulsion

Student claims disability (not previously identified)

and that school had knowledge

School deemed to have knowledge if:

1. parent has expressed concern in writing (unless the parent is illiterate in  English  or  has disability that prevents a written statement)  to  school  personnel  that  student  is  in need of special education and related services; or
2. behavior/performance of student demonstrates need for services; or
3. parent/student has requested an evaluation; or
4. student's teacher or other school personnel has expressed concern to director of special education or other personnel regarding student's behavior/performance.

School must evaluate and hold I.E.P. Team prior

to proceeding with expulsion

IF request for evaluation is made during expulsion period

Expedited evaluation is performed while

student stays in educational placement determined

by school authorities