Purpose: The aim is to determine if the behavior leading to a disciplinary infraction is connected to the child’s disability.
Process:
When Required: A manifestation determination review is conducted whenever there is a decision to change the placement of a child with a disability due to a violation of student conduct codes.
Scope of Requirement: This review is necessary for removals that represent a change in placement.
Exemptions: It is not required for removals of less than 10 consecutive school days that do not amount to a change in placement.
Time Frame: The review must occur within 10 school days of any decision to change the placement of the child.
People Involved:
Local Education Agency (LEA): Participates in the review process.
Parent: Actively involved in the review.
Relevant Members of the Child’s IEP Team: Included as determined by both the parent and the LEA.
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