If no problems are identified, no testing is required. If the MDT determines that a disability may exist that requires special education services, appropriate assessments are recommended. All assessments must be completed within 45 calendar days of the MDT screening meeting. Written reports of all assessments must be submitted within 30 calendar days after assessments are completed. When assessment reports are completed, the MDT conducts a meeting to review assessments and to determine eligibility for special education.
Parents receive a copy of the assessment reports, preferably prior to the meeting.
Regular education teacher. Special education teacher LEA representative. An individual who can interpret the instructional implications of evaluation results. Whenever appropriate, the student with the disability. If transition is being discussed, the student and representatives of other agencies who are likely to be responsible for paying for or providing transition services.