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581-015-2930 Employment-Related Transition Services (1) This rule establishes the policies of Executive Order No. 15-01, related to the Department of Education’s involvement with integrated employment services. (2) For purposes of this rule, the following definitions apply: (a) “Education Goals” means the following goals: (A) Families, students, and educators will have the expectation that individuals with intellectual and developmental disabilities will work in integrated, community-based settings; (B) Students transitioning to adult services will be prepared to transition to integrated work experiences; and (C) Statewide systems will be coordinated to reach the goal of integrated employment opportunities as an outcome of students’ education. (b) “Transition age student” means a student with disabilities who is eligible for transition services under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and OAR 581-015-2200. (c) “Transition Technical Assistance” is the substance of the work of the Statewide Transition Technical Assistance Network (TTAN) and includes development of competencies for teachers, administrators, and other educational service providers that include: (A) Developing transition-related curriculum and instructional approaches which are consistent with the Education Goals; (B) Developing outcome-based transition planning approaches that use precepts of discovery and person-centered planning; (C) Implementing transition-related instructional approaches for students with disabilities, such as those that are community based, and which may include, but are not limited to, authentic experiences such as internships, mentorships, youth work experiences, job skill related instruction, and job shadowing; (D) Facilitating and managing interagency teams and resources to help ensure students and families may utilize resources from applicable state agencies, local education agencies, and other available resources; and (E) Encouraging the implementation of transition services in schools that are consistent with the Education Goals. (F) Assisting Local Education Agencies to meet the requirements of OAR 581-015-2245 regarding the placement of students. (3) The Department shall establish a statewide TTAN to assist high schools in Oregon in providing transition services. The TTAN shall seek to ensure that the Education Goals are implemented in assessment, curriculum, and instruction for transition age students. (4) This rule and its provisions are not intended to expand or replace the obligations of the State or its schools under the IDEA. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343.041, 343.045 & 343.055 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 343.041, 343.045 & 343.055 History: ODE 30-2015, f. & cert. ef. 12-22-15 ODE 29-2013, f. & cert. ef. 12-18-13
581-016-0520 Definitions The following definitions apply to OAR 581-016-0520 through 581-016-0560, unless the context indicates otherwise: (1) Board: The State Board of Education; (2) OSD: The Oregon School for the Deaf; (3) Superintendent: The State Superintendent of Public Instruction. (4) IEP: An individualized education program as defined in OAR 581-015-2000(16). Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 346.010 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: ODE 34-2019, minor correction filed 08/08/2019, effective 08/08/2019 ODE 12-2009, f. & cert. ef. 12-10-09 EB 2-1994, f. & cert. ef. 4-29-94 EB 36-1990, f. & cert. ef. 7-10-90 1EB 264, f. & ef. 7-5-77
581-016-0526 General Placement (1) It is the policy of the State Board of Education (Policy 8100) that any student with a hearing impairment shall be served whenever possible in the student's home community if appropriate. It is the intent that all local agencies having interest in the student collaborate to offer services locally. A referral shall be made to OSD only when local programs are unable to provide a free appropriate public education consistent with the needs of the student as identified in the student's IEP. (2) A student may be referred to OSD if the student: (a) Has been determined to be eligible for special education services by the resident district under OAR 581-015-0051; (b) Is auditorily impaired to the extent that services needed to implement the IEP as described in OAR 581-016-0536(8)(f)(A)–(D) are not available in the local district with regional program support; (c) Is a legal resident of the State of Oregon; (d) Regarding consent: (A) Has the consent of a parent(s), guardian or surrogate if the student is under age 18; or (B) Has given his or her consent, if over age 18; or (C) Has the consent of a court-appointed guardian if one is appointed and the student is over age 18; and (e) Has not completed the school year in which the student turns age 21. (3) OSD may act as an evaluation and diagnostic center for a student with hearing impairments when requested to do so by the student's resident school district or the student's parents, or when additional assessment information is needed prior to a placement decision. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.015 History: ODE 12-2009, f. & cert. ef. 12-10-09 EB 2-1994, f. & cert. ef. 4-29-94 EB 36-1990, f. & cert. ef. 7-10-90 1EB 24-1986, f. & ef. 7-11-86
581-016-0537 General Obligations OSD is subject to the rules contained in division 15 of this chapter including, but not limited to, the requirements for identifying and determining eligibility of students with handicapping conditions, development of IEPs, placement of students and the provision of a free, appropriate education. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: ODE 12-2009, f. & cert. ef. 12-10-09 EB 37-1990, f. & cert. ef. 7-10-90
581-016-0538 Resident School District Responsibility (1) When a student is placed at OSD the student's resident school district remains responsible for assuring that the student receives a free appropriate education in accordance with ORS 343.221, OAR 581-015-0005(20) and 581-015-0061. (2) A representative of the child's resident school district shall attend the student's IEP meetings while the student is placed at OSD. (3) In those cases where OSD cannot within the resources allocated provide all of the services required in the child's IEP, the resident district may elect to provide these services if in so doing OSD would become an appropriate placement. (4) At the time of placement, OSD and the resident district shall determine by written agreement those services for which the resident district shall remain responsible. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.015 History: ODE 12-2009, f. & cert. ef. 12-10-09 EB 35-1990, f. & cert. ef. 7-10-90
581-016-0541 Termination of Placement and Revocation of Consent (1) The student's placement at OSD shall be determined annually by the student's multidisciplinary team and shall be terminated when: (a) The student has completed the school year in which the student turns age 21; (b) The student graduates from the program; (c) A multidisciplinary team, which includes those individuals set forth in OAR 581-016-0536(6), determines that: (A) An appropriate program can be provided at the local or regional level; (B) OSD is no longer the appropriate placement for the student; or (d) It is required as the result of a due process hearings officer or court's decision. (2) If a parent, guardian or surrogate, student over the age of 18 without a court-appointed guardian, or educational staff question the appropriateness of the student's placement at OSD, the resident school district shall convene a multidisciplinary team with all of the individuals set forth in OAR 581-016-0536(6). The multidisciplinary team shall determine the appropriate placement for the student. This meeting shall occur prior to any change in placement for the student. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.015 History: ODE 12-2009, f. & cert. ef. 12-10-09 EB 2-1994, f. & cert. ef. 4-29-94 EB 36-1990, f. & cert. ef. 7-10-90 EB 30-1988, f. & cert. ef. 7-5-88 1EB 24-1986, f. & ef. 7-11-86
581-016-0560 Placement Appeal Procedures — OSD A parent, guardian or surrogate may challenge the child's placement, denial of placement, or transfer in the manner provided in ORS 343.165 to 343.177. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.015 History: ODE 12-2009, f. & cert. ef. 12-10-09 EB 36-1990, f. & cert. ef. 7-10-90 1EB 17-1982, f. & ef. 8-13-82 1EB 19-1979, f. & ef. 11-15-79 1EB 264, f. & ef. 7-5-77
581-016-0700 Goals for Education To the extent appropriate, each student at the Oregon School for the Deaf shall have the opportunity to function as effectively as possible in six life roles as set forth in OAR 581-022-0201. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89
581-016-0710 High School Requirements for Graduation In order for a student to graduate from the Oregon School for the Deaf (OSD), he/she must attain a certain number of units, master essential learning skills, meet competencies, and maintain/attain attendance minimums. Four different diplomas/certificates are available, depending on the goals and abilities of each student. (1) To receive a diploma the student must: (a) Meet the requirements specified for a diploma in 581-022-2000; (b) Meet all OSD-required competencies in language, reading, and mathematics; and (c) Maintain required attendance. (2) To receive a modified diploma the student must: (a) Meet the requirements specified for a modified diploma in 581-022-2010; (b) Complete modified course work as agreed upon in the IEP; (c) Have satisfactory progress in school; and (d) Maintain required attendance. (3) To receive an extended diploma the student must m eet the requirements specified for an extended diploma in 581-022-2015 (4) A certificate of attendance may be awarded to a student who does not satisfy the requirements for a regular diploma, a modified diploma, or an extended diploma if the student has maintained regular full-time attendance for at least four years beginning in grade nine and meets requirements specified in OAR 581-022-2020. (5) Notwithstanding anything else in this rule, the Oregon School for the Deaf must award a diploma, modified diploma, extended diploma, or alternative certificate to students who were first enrolled in ninth grade in the 2016-17 school year or earlier or were first enrolled in ninth grade in the 2017-18 school year and had an early graduation plan approved before March 17, 2020, and fulfill the state requirements as described in 581-022-0103. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & ORS 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: ODE 25-2024, amend filed 05/21/2024, effective 05/21/2024 ODE 31-2020, amend filed 06/24/2020, effective 06/24/2020 ODE 19-2020, temporary amend filed 04/23/2020, effective 04/23/2020 through 10/19/2020 EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89
581-016-0720 Essential Learning Skills The Oregon School for the Deaf shall offer a planned program of instruction which ensures the opportunity for students to obtain the essential learning skills identified in the common curriculum goals as set forth by the State Board of Education and in accordance with each learner’s intellectual and physical abilities. The school shall: (1) Establish an individualized instruction/activity program for each child; (2) Provide for the inclusion of all appropriate learning goals; (3) Increase the application of all appropriate essential learning skills as students acquire mastery; and (4) Provide appropriate curricula, instruction, and activities in order for students to make necessary progress toward attainment of the essential learning skills. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89
581-016-0730 Career and Vocational Education The Oregon School for the Deaf shall provide a continuum of career and technical instructional program to include career awareness, career exploration, career guidance, job sampling, and work experience. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89
581-016-0740 Special Provisions The Oregon School for the Deaf shall provide instruction which is uniquely designed for the hearing impaired and for accompanying handicaps such as vision impairment, autism, intellectual disability, orthopedic impairment, learning disability, emotional disturbance, and other health impairments; and for special abilities (i.e., talented and gifted). Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: ODE 12-2011, f. & cert. ef. 10-31-11 EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89
581-016-0750 Curriculum (1) The Oregon School for the Deaf (OSD) instructional program shall instruct all students in grades K/1–8 in the areas of art, health education, language arts (including reading and writing), mathematics, physical education, science, and social studies (including geography and history). The program shall: (a) Provide students with the knowledge and skills necessary for successful progress in high schools; (b) Provide opportunities for high school students to meet requirements for graduation; and (c) Offer electives at the high school level in vocational education, art, and a foreign language. (2) In addition to the academic program, OSC shall provide instruction in theses areas: (a) Compensatory skills such as: (A) Typing/Keyboarding; (B) Signing and fingerspelling; (C) Leadership; (D) Handwriting; and (E) Use of auditory, visual, and physical aids. (b) Self-help and skills of daily living; (c) Arts, crafts, and hobbies; (d) Orientation and mobility (for deaf/blind); (e) Adaptive physical education; (f) Career, prevocational, and technical skills; (g) Language/Communication development; (h) Related services: (A) Speech pathology and audiology; (B) Psychological services; (C) Physical therapy; (D) Occupational therapy; and (E) Medical diagnostic services and health care. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89
581-016-0760 Required Days of Instruction The Oregon School for the Deaf shall provide a program of instructional hours or days equivalent to the requirements for public schools as set forth in OAR chapter 22. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89
581-016-0770 Equal Educational Opportunities The Oregon School for the Deaf shall assure equality of opportunity for all students as provided in OAR 581-021-0045 and 581-021-0046, and ORS 359.150. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89
581-016-0780 Personnel (1) Teachers, specialists, and administrators must hold valid Oregon certificates and be assigned in accordance with the individual certificate, school policies, program goals, and applicable statutes and administrative rules. (2) Related service providers shall meet state licensure requirements in their fields of specialty. (3) The Oregon School for the Deaf shall hire staff in compliance with state personnel rules and Department policy. (4) All staff will be required to meet sign language requirements established in the communication policy. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89
581-016-0790 Daily Class Size (1) The Oregon School for the Deaf shall maintain class sizes and teacher assignments which promote effective learning consistent with the outcomes expected of each Individualized Educational Program (IEP). (2) In determining class size, the following shall be considered: (a) The teacher-student ratio of each class; (b) The total number of students assigned per teacher; (c) The severity of students’ needs; (d) The support staff available to each teacher; (e) The nature of the instructional program in relation to the teacher’s professional preparation; and (f) The appropriateness of instructional facilities and equipment. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89
581-016-0800 Educational Materials The Oregon School for the Deaf shall provide textbooks and other instructional materials and equipment which contribute to the attainment of general and Individualized Educational Program (IEP) goals and which are appropriate to each child’s capabilities. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89
581-016-0810 Individual Student To ensure each student’s educational progress, the Oregon School for the Deaf shall: (1) Record and maintain records of assessment results, classroom, work, behavior, and other evaluative information for identifying each student’s progress and needs related to: (a) Attainment of general learner goals; (b) Attainment of Individualized Educational Program (IEP) goals; and (c) General educational progress in personal, social, and vocational areas. (2) Adapt instruction and curriculum when the needs, interests, and learning styles of each student indicate an adaptation is needed; and (3) Report educational progress to parents and students at least annually on: (a) Attainment of general learner goals; (b) Attainment of IEP goals; and (c) General progress in personal, social, vocational, and living skills development, when appropriate. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89
581-016-0820 Instructional Program To ensure continual improvement of instructional programs, the Oregon School for the Deaf shall review assessment data and other evaluative information to identify levels of performance, to recognize deficiencies and to plan needed improvement. The school shall: (1) Identify program needs by: (a) Periodically reviewing assessment results and other evaluative information; and (b) Conducting program evaluation periodically in all curriculum areas stated in OAR 581-016-0603. (2) Implement program improvements as identified; (3) Provide appropriate staff-related development activities; (4) Report results of information stated above to the Department of Education; and (5) Provide a media program to enhance each student’s instructional program that: (a) Is coordinated to support the general goals of the school and Individualized Educational Programs; (b) Has appropriate facilities, materials, and equipment which support program goals; and (c) Is developed, implemented, coordinated, and maintained by personnel provided for that purpose. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89
581-016-0830 Related and Support Services The Oregon School for the Deaf shall provide those related services which may be specified in a student’s Individualized Educational Program (IEP) in order for him/her to have access to educational program; i.e., such services as: (1) Speech pathology and audiology; (2) Psychological services; (3) Physical therapy; (4) Occupational therapy; (5) Medical diagnostic services and specific health care; and (6) Counseling and guidance. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89
581-016-0840 Emergency Plans and Safety Programs The Oregon School for the Deaf shall maintain a comprehensive safety program for all employees and students as set forth in OAR 581-022-0706 and 581-022-0707. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89
581-016-0850 Operating Policies and Procedures The Oregon School for the Deaf shall: (1) Keep copies of operating policies, procedures, and rules adopted pursuant to ORS 332.107, and shall make such information available upon request; (2) Use a process of management planning in the areas of staffing, instruction, and facility maintenance and construction; (3) Maintain and make available upon request evidence of compliance with these standards; and (4) Review and evaluate current policies and practices periodically in order to gain/maintain school accreditation. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89
581-016-0860 Records and Reports A student record policy will be maintained by the Oregon School for the Deaf consistent with that set forth in OAR 581-022-0717. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89
581-016-0870 Support Services (1) Pupil transportation services: The Oregon School for the Deaf shall cooperate with local school districts in accordance with local school district responsibilities under ORS 343.283. Transportation shall be provided in accordance with ORS 346.042 and 346.045. (2) Food Services: The Oregon School for the Deaf shall provide meals which are nutritious and take into account particular preparation and content which are consistent with the needs of students enrolled. (3) Maintenance and custodial services: The Oregon School for the Deaf shall maintain buildings and grounds to provide conditions conductive to the health and safety of students, employees, and the general public. (4) Facilities: The Oregon School for the deaf shall provide physical facilities which are appropriate to the instructional/activity program and which provide barrier-free access to all students and employees. (5) Equipment and materials: The Oregon School for the Deaf shall provide furniture, equipment, and materials which support the general and child-specific goals of the school. (6) Residential services: The Oregon School for the Deaf shall: (a) Provide care, training, and assessments in the areas of living skills, play and recreational skills, social skills, and behavior management for all residential students, in a safe, clean living and learning environment; (b) Instruct students in the planned Individualized Educational Program (IEP) assigned by the multidisciplinary team; (c) Provide all students with social and recreational opportunities to meet the lease restrictive environment guidelines as stated in PL 94-142; (d) Maintain a consistent 24-hour (school week) program for all residential students, that supports and is coordinated with the in-class educational program; (e) Provide parents with written student development progress reports periodically. (7) Parent liaison services: The Oregon School for the Deaf shall provide for the liaison between the school and parents and other related agencies to assure: (a) Appropriate communication; (b) Advocacy for the students; and (c) Involvement of the family in the educational process. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89
581-016-0880 Statewide Educational Resource The Oregon School for the Deaf may extend its services to other hearing impaired children and the general public by: (1) Conducting student assessments at the request of the local school district or regional program; (2) Providing summer enrichment experiences; (3) Providing consultative services to families and local school district and regional personnel; and (4) Providing information to the general public regarding the education of the hearing impaired. Statutory/Other Authority: ORS 343 & 346 Statutes/Other Implemented: ORS 346.010 History: EB 31-1989, f. & cert. ef. 11-2-89