Child Study Clause Samples
The 'Child Study' clause establishes the procedures and permissions for observing, assessing, or evaluating a child within a particular context, such as an educational or clinical setting. Typically, this clause outlines who may conduct the study, the scope of information to be collected, and any requirements for parental consent or notification. Its core practical function is to ensure that child studies are conducted ethically and transparently, protecting the child's rights and privacy while enabling necessary assessments or interventions.
Child Study. If a student does not respond to initial teacher interventions, the student is referred to the Child Study process. Child Study occurs during the weekly Faculty Meeting. The class teacher initiates the process by giving colleagues a complete and holistic picture of the child. After the child is described physically, socially, and academically, the teachers have an opportunity to ask additional questions. Discussions of a particular child may take place during several meetings. Next, the teachers are asked to observe the child for one week. Then, the parents of the student are often invited to describe their child and to offer insight or suggestions. Teachers and parents brainstorm together in order to find solutions to help the student become more successful.
Child Study. The Chief School Administrator/Supervisor of Child Study shall follow Board policy and other applicable law in supplying the necessary documentation when seeking reimbursement for any coursework or professional development workshops. The cost for all professional development workshops shall not exceed $750 per year.
Child Study. Any coursework must culminate in the acquisition of a graduate degree conferred by a duly accredited institution of higher learning. Reimbursement for graduate courses shall not exceed 12 credits per year at the current rate per credit for graduate level courses established by Rutgers University. Tuition reimbursement will be in effect for the 2021-2022 school year and will no longer be in effect for the remainder of the contract.
Child Study. Team Members (Language Specialist, Learning Disabilities Teacher Consultant, Occupational Therapist, School Psychologist, Social Worker, Speech Language Pathologist)
Child Study. Team Members shall have early closing sessions in the same manner as classroom teachers when teachers attendance is not required after the early closing.
Child Study. This agreement is effective upon the dates of the signatures below: