public schools; special education; access
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Overview
This bill updates Arizona law to improve access to special education services and supports for students who reside in unorganized territory. It clarifies procedures for requesting services, ensures that students in these areas receive comparable education, and addresses the roles of school districts and state agencies in providing these services. Specifically, it outlines how the state will support students with disabilities who live in unorganized territory, including provisions for transitioning from early intervention to special education services and addressing tuition costs for nonresident students.
Key provisions
- Establishes a process for unorganized territory students to request special education evaluations and enrollment in adjoining school districts.
- Defines the responsibilities of school districts regarding child find activities and providing free appropriate public education to eligible students.
- Clarifies the role of school districts in providing services and accommodations to nonresident students, particularly those in unorganized territory.
- Addresses tuition charges for nonresident students attending school in Arizona, including provisions for students placed by state agencies or courts.
- Modifies the base revenue control limit and district support level calculations to account for student enrollment and special education needs.
- Outlines procedures for issuing certificates of educational convenience for students residing in unorganized territory.
- Specifies how school districts should handle students who are parentally placed in private schools or homeschools.
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