POLICY MEMO: Eligibility Determinations for Children Suspected of Having a Visual Impairment under IDEA (May 22, 2017)

Topic Areas: Eligibility Determination, Visual Impairment Including Blindness
POLICY MEMO: Eligibility Determinations for Children Suspected of Having a Visual Impairment under IDEA (PDF)
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Summary

Addresses the eligibility criteria for the IDEA category “visual impairment including blindness” and clarifies that States may not establish criteria that are inconsistent with IDEA requirements. Provides additional information around evaluation procedures for determining adverse effects to educational performance as well as resources for further consult.

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