Common use of D-2 Clause in Contracts

D-2. For children who enter the FIT program less than 90 days before their third birthday, the family service coordinator shall submit a referral, with parental consent, as soon as possible to the LEA. This referral shall serve as the notification for the child. No further notification to the LEA shall be required for the child. (3) For children referred to the FIT program less than 45 days before the child’s third birthday, the family service coordinator shall submit a referral to the LEA, with parental consent, but the early intervention provider agency will not conduct an evaluation to determine eligibility in accordance with the referral and intake provisions of this rule. 7.30.8.7 K “Consent” means informed written prior authorization by the parent(s) to participate in the early intervention system. The parent has been fully informed of all information relevant to the activity for which consent is sought in the parent’s native language and mode(s) of communication and agrees to the activity for which consent is sought. The parent(s) shall be informed that the granting of consent is voluntary and can be revoked at any time. The revocation of consent is not retroactive. FIT PROVIDER XXX XXXX START OTHER The Service Coordinator will submit a Transition Referral Form to the Local Education Agencies (LEAs), designated by the parents, at least 60 days prior to the Transition Conference, and if possible 6 months prior to the child’s third birthday, for all children eligible for Part C under “Established Condition” or “Developmental Delay”. Children eligible under the “at risk categories” may be referred if they are showing greater concern at the time of referral. If a parent refuses the referral to be made to Part B, the service coordinator should provide the parent(s) with Prior The LEA Child Find Representative will acknowledge receipt of Transition Referral Form and Assessment Summary Form by recording the date received and by signing who received the file. A copy of this cover page will be given to FIT provider. Refer, with family’s permission, a child found to be at risk for or to have possible developmental delays to the appropriate LEA (three through five years) for evaluation in accordance with IDEA regulations. Participate in the development of the IFSP/ IEP, including FIT Transition Conferences and transition to kindergarten meeting, when appropriate. REFERRAL TO LEA CONTINUED FIT PROVIDER XXX XXXX START OTHER

D-2. For children who enter the FIT program less than 90 days before their third birthday, the family service coordinator shall submit a referral, with parental consent, as soon as possible to the LEA. This referral shall serve as the notification for the child. No further notification to the LEA shall be required for the child. (3) For children referred to the FIT program less than 45 days before the child’s third birthday, the family service coordinator shall submit a referral to the LEA, with parental consent, but the early intervention provider agency will not conduct an evaluation to determine eligibility in accordance with the referral and intake provisions of this rule. 7.30.8.7 K “Consent” means informed written prior authorization by the parent(s) to participate in the early intervention system. The parent has been fully informed of all information relevant to the activity for which consent is sought in the parent’s native language and mode(s) of communication and agrees to the activity for which consent is sought. The parent(s) shall be informed that the granting of consent is voluntary and can be revoked at any time. The revocation of consent is not retroactive. FIT PROVIDER XXX XXXX START OTHER The FIT Family Service Coordinator will submit fax or mail (using confidentiality assurance) a Transition Referral Form to the Local Special Education Agencies Directors (LEAs), designated by the parents, or designee) at least 60 days prior to the Transition Conference, and if possible 6 months prior to the child’s third birthday, . The FIT Family Service Coordinator (FSC) will contact the LEA to confirm receipt of referral and to discuss potential dates for all children eligible for the Transition Conference. For late referral the FIT Provider has two options 1. Send referral to LEA as soon as possible after Part C under “Established Condition” or “Developmental Delay”eligibility has been determined. Children eligible under 2. At the “at risk categories” discretion of the FIT provider, (i.e. based on known information, if the FIT Provider believes the child may be referred if they are showing greater concern at a required referral to Part B) and with parent consent, the time of referralFIT provider will send the referral to the LEA prior to determining Part C eligibility. If a parent of a potentially eligible child refuses the referral to be made to Part B, the service coordinator should provide the parent(sSpecial Education Directors (or designee) with Prior The LEA Child Find Representative will acknowledge verify receipt of Transition Referral Form and Assessment Summary Form by recording the date received and by signing who received the file. A copy of this cover page will be given email to FIT providerProvider. . Refer, with family’s permission, a child found to be at risk for or to have possible developmental delays to the appropriate LEA (three through five years) for evaluation in accordance with IDEA regulations. Participate in the development of the IFSP/ IEP, including FIT Transition Conferences and transition to kindergarten meeting, when appropriate. REFERRAL TO the FIT Family Service Coordinator will provide the parent(s) with Prior Written Notice that Part C services will end at the time of their child’s third birthday. The FIT Family Service Coordinator (FSC) will also provide the family a copy of their Part C parent rights and procedural safeguards at this time. If a child’s third birthday falls within the summer months, transition activities need to occur early enough to allow sufficient time for all transition activities to take place when school personnel are available. PRE-PLANNING FOR TRANSITION CONFERENCE  Coordinate among parents, FIT, LEA CONTINUED FIT PROVIDER XXX XXXX START OTHERon conference date.  Provide written invitation to Transition Conference to LEA and all parties.  Send Transition Assessment Summary Form to LEA.  LEA reviews materials and determines who will attend.

D-2. For children who enter the FIT program less than 90 days before their third birthday, the family service coordinator shall submit a referral, with parental consent, as soon as possible to the LEA. This referral shall serve as the notification for the child. No further notification to the LEA shall be required for the child. (3) For children referred to the FIT program less than 45 days before the child’s third birthday, the family service coordinator shall submit a referral to the LEA, with parental consent, but the early intervention provider agency will not conduct an evaluation to determine eligibility in accordance with the referral and intake provisions of this rule. 7.30.8.7 K “Consent” means informed written prior authorization by the parent(s) to participate in the early intervention system. The parent has been fully informed of all information relevant to the activity for which consent is sought in the parent’s native language and mode(s) of communication and agrees to the activity for which consent is sought. The parent(s) shall be informed that the granting of consent is voluntary and can be revoked at any time. The revocation of consent is not retroactive. FIT PROVIDER XXX XXXX START OTHER The With parent consent, the Family Service Coordinator or agency designee will submit utilize a Transition Referral Form form in requesting the presence of LCPS for all children eligible for Part C under "Established Conditions" or "Developmental Delay". Children eligible under the "at risk categories" may be referred if they are showing greater concern in articulation, voice or fluency at the time of referral, or as requested by parent. This will Upon receipt of the referral form, the LEA staff is required to record the date of the written referral into the Student Teacher Accountability Reporting System (STARS) database, for children referred from Part C to Part B, regardless of eligibility. Head Start will consider all applicants who meet the eligibility requirements when referred from Part C. Head Start will complete the application process to determine eligibility for Head Start services. WNMU La Familia will:  With parent consent WNMU La Familia CCIS will make referrals to appropriate agencies. New Mexico School for the Deaf will: Provide referral to the Local Education Agencies NMSD Center for Educational Consultation and Training for School-Age Children Services (LEAs), designated by the parents, formerly Outreach Program) and occur at least 60 days prior to the Transition Conference, Conference and if possible 6 months prior to the child’s third birthday, for all children . If a family whose child is potentially eligible for Part C under “Established Condition” or “Developmental Delay”. Children eligible under the “at risk categories” may B services refuses to be referred if they are showing greater concern at to LCPS, the time Family Service Coordinator or agency designee will provide the family with prior written notice that Part C services on the day the child turns three. Families will also be provided with Part C procedural safeguards and LCPS Child Find information The Family Service Coordinator can inform the parents of referraloptions for preschool and assist them with applying for these options. If a parent refuses child is referred to FIT fewer than 45 days prior to the child's third birthday, an evaluation by FIT will not be conducted. The Family Service Coordinator can inform the parents of options for preschool and assist them with applying for these options. For parents who have refused to sign the Transition Referral Form, LCPS will provide materials regarding Child Find Services to the FIT for distribution in the event parents perceive a need for services in the future. LCPS will work with FIT agencies and family to facilitate the transition process for these children. Head Start will make referrals to the LCPS Child Find Office for any child who is suspected of having a disability. to the receiving LEA, Head Start, or other placement agency if placement is other than NMSD Preschool. Provide referral to be made the NMSD Outreach School Age Consultation Program to Part Bthe receiving LEA, the service coordinator should provide the parent(s) with Prior The LEA Child Find Representative will acknowledge receipt of Transition Referral Form and Assessment Summary Form by recording the date received and by signing who received the fileHead Start, or other placement agency if placement is other than NMSD Preschool. A copy of this cover page will be given to FIT provider. NEW MEXICO SCHOOL FOR THE BLIND AND VISUALLY IMPAIRED: Refer, with family’s permissionparent consent, a child found to be at risk for or to have possible developmental delays to the appropriate LEA (three through five years) for evaluation in accordance with IDEA regulations. Participate in the development of the IFSP/ IEP, including local FIT Transition Conferences and transition to kindergarten meetingearly intervention providers or LEA, when appropriate. REFERRAL TO If the child is referred to FIT between 45 and 90 days prior to the child's third birthday, and is determined eligible, a referral must be sent to the LEA CONTINUED with parent permission as soon as possible. These children would not be included in the Annual Performance Review (APR) indicators C8c. If the child’s third birthday falls within the summer months, transition activities need to occur early enough to allow sufficient time for all activities to take place so that the LEA is prepared to provide Part B needed special education and related services. The transition team participants will consider meeting earlier to meet all timelines. Transition activities include referral to the LEA (60 days prior to conference), coordinating the conference, sending written invitations and the Transition Summary Form tothe LEA (30 days prior to the LCPS staff as required will document the date of a late referral in the STARS database and the corresponding noncompliance reason code. LCPS will communicate with the FIT PROVIDER XXX XXXX START OTHERproviders to establish a plan for accommodating transition meeting needs during the summer months for children who are late referrals after the school year has ended.LCPS will provide the FIT providers the information that will outline the process during the summer months in order for timelines to be met. The IEP team will determine the date when services under the IEP will begin. Transition Conference, the Transition Conference (at least 90 days prior to the child’s 3rd birthday, but not more than 9 months prior) and the Initial Evaluation for Part B (within 60 days of parental consent and prior to the child’s 3rd birthday). PRE-PLANNING FOR TRANSITION CONFERENCE  Coordinate among parents, FIT, LEA on conference date.  Provide written invitation to Transition Conference to LEA and all parties.  Send Transition Assessment Summary Form to LEA.  LEA reviews materials and determines who will attend.