No Dyslexia Diagnosis?

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The school system is REQUIRED by Federal law to provide your child a full and comprehensive evaluation. They are violating federal laws by claiming they can't determine if your child has a learning disability.. It is simply a delay tactic!!

You can learn about your child's rights under IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities Education Act) -- See www.ideapractices.com -- and your child has federal special education rights. I would recommend becoming knowledgeable about Federal IDEA laws and trying to stand up for your child's rights. There is an online free IEP training course at http://www.learningabledkids.com/IEPTraining/coursedescription.htm which will give you a good overview.. I'd also recommend checking out http://www.fetaweb.com/ (From emotions to advocacy). You will HAVE to stand up for your child's rights and educational needs.. Otherwise, it looks like the new school district is likely to walk all over your child's rights. :-/ (been there, done that)

I am a trained advocate.. And I'd suggest you contact a the advocacy agency in your state and get help-- You seem to have legal grounds, particularly if you can get them to put that in writing. Write them a note (YOU MUST document the paper trail in writing) stating you don't understand why the special education teachers can't make the determination that your child has a learning disability because IDEA requires that they provide comprehensive evaluations.. Then say, if they can't.. You'll seek a private evaluation at THEIR expense!! You can go to this site:
http://www.taalliance.org/centers/index.htm
and click on your state / region to find out the agency who will help you with this matter-- These are federal agencies who are paid for with your tax dollars and who will help you get the services your child needs!!

BEST Wishes!
Sandy

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