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EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM OFFERINGSHow can I find out more information about ESOL?For additional information about ESOL, call the ESOL Central Officeat 301-445-8450What is special education?Special Education is the education of students with special needsin a way that addresses the student’s individual differences andlearning styles. A child becomes eligible for special educationwhen the Individualized Educational Plan team identifies the childas having a disability and in need of specialized education. Thedisability must have educational impact. Students are eligible toreceive special education services through age 21.How does a child qualify for special education?School Referral: If a child is experiencing difficulty learning, andclassroom and school-level interventions have not been successful,that child may be referred to the IEPT (Individualized EducationalPlan Team) that is made up of school personnel, specialists, andthe parent(s). The IEPT will decide whether they recommend thatthe child be tested to determine if a disability exists that is hinderingthe child’s academic success. With parent permission, tests areadministered, the results are reviewed (with the parent), and theteam determines if the child is eligible to receive special educationservices.Parent ReferralA parent may refer a student by contacting the child’s teacher orother school professionals to ask that their child be evaluated. Thisrequest may be verbal but it is best to put it in writing.Child FindEach state is required to identify, locate, and evaluate all childrenwith disabilities who need special education and related services. Todo so, states conduct what are known as Child Find activities. Whena child is identified by Child Find as possibly having a disability andas needing special education, parents may be asked for permissionto evaluate their child. Parents can also call the Child Find office(301-808-2719) or ask that their child be evaluated.What happens if my child is eligible for special education?School personnel will work with the parent to develop anIndividualized Educational Plan that addresses the child’s individualneeds. This is called the IEP. The IEP is a legal document thatensures that your child is provided the services he/she needs.How are parents informed of their rights regarding thespecial education process?The procedural safeguards notice includes a full explanation ofparents’ rights in an easily understandable manner and in theirnative language.This document applies to children and families receiving servicesthrough an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and alsoto children/students receiving services through an IndividualizedEducation Program (IEP). (MSDE 2010)What kinds of services are available to help my child withhis/her special needs?Special Education services are available for students with certainhandicapping conditions involving seeing, hearing, talking, walking,learning or behaving. Schools provide special education servicesfor students with disabilities to help them succeed in school. Thereare a range of special education services to support the student toreceive the best education possible. Some students in Kindergartenthrough High School receive instructional assistance at their school.Some students attend special centers. There are services availablefor students who need support such as occupational therapy,physical therapy, speech and language therapy and/or assistivetechnology.How will I track my child’s progress?In addition to the regular report card, your child will receive aprogress report from the child’s special education teacher eachquarter. The progress report reviews your child’s progress towardshis/her individualized goals. Additionally, the IEP is reviewed everyyear (annual review) to determine progress towards goals, and toestablish new goals for the upcoming year.What should I do if I determine that I no longer want mychild to receive special education services?If a parent would like to withdraw consent for special educationservices, please refer to the “Parental Rights Maryland ProceduralSafeguard Notice” booklet provided at their IEP meeting. Contactthe special educator at your child’s school if you need a copy of thisdocument.55
EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM OFFERINGSWhere can I get additional information about specialeducation?For additional information refer to the contacts below:The Department of Special Education, Prince George’s CountyPublic Schools1400 Nalley TerraceLandover, Maryland 20785Website: www1.pgcps.org/specialeducation/301-618-8300The Partners for Success Parent Center, Prince George’s CountyPublic Schools8908 Riggs Road, Suite 229Adelphi, Maryland 20785301-431-5675The Maryland State Department of Education (MSDE)MSDE Division of Especial Education & Early Intervention Services410-767-0261 or (800) 535-0182Parents’ Place of Maryland801 Cromwell Park Drive, Suite 103Glen Burnie, MD 21061Website: ppmd.org410-768-0830The ARC of Prince Georges County1401 McCormick DriveLargo, MD 20774301-925-7050Website: www.thearcofpgc.orgPrince Georges County Infants & ToddlersIntake Line301- 265-8415Prince George’s County Public Schools Pre-School Child Find301-808-2719What is TAG?TAG stands for Talented and Gifted. It is a program designed tomeet the educational needs of children and youth with outstandingtalent who perform or show the potential for performing atremarkably high levels.When are students tested and screened for TAGidentification?Each year, all Prince George’s County Public Schools students in1st and 3rd grades are given the Otis Lennon School Ability Test(OLSAT) in the fall of the year. Students who score above the 80thpercentile will be automatically screened for TAG identification.Grade 3 students also complete the Stanford 10 Reading andMath Achievement Tests. In addition to the OLSAT data, studentswith an 89th percentile or higher on The Stanford Test are alsoautomatically screened for TAG identification. The test data is validfor two years, so students will not be tested two years in a row.How do I nominate my child for TAG screening?Parents and teachers may also nominate students for TAGscreening by writing a letter of nomination and submitting it tothe school’s TAG Coordinator between August and December.The TAG Coordinator will complete the screening process bycollecting all existing and valid test data, teacher evaluation ofgifted behaviors checklist, and report card grades. After reviewingthe data, the TAG coordinator will notify parents of the screeningresults.If my child is attending a non-public (private) school, howcan he/she be tested and screened for TAG identification?The TAG Office provides non-public testing each year. Theapplication is available from November to mid-January throughthe TAG Office (301-808-3790). The deadline for the completedapplication is typically mid-January. Testing typically takes placethe first or second Saturday of February. We can not accommodatewalk-ins, so the application deadline must be met. Test data is validfor 2 years, and students may not be tested 2 years in a row.How are TAG students identified?The identification process includes test data, teacher evaluation ofgifted characteristics and behaviors, and report card grades.56
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