Procedural Safeguards
What are procedural safeguards?
The phrase "Procedural Safeguards" is another term for parental rights. The Utah State Board of Education published a 48-page document to inform parents of the safeguards given to them and their children with disabilities under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). It is a federal law to provide Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) to your child. A copy of these procedural safeguards have to be provided to parents
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Once every school year
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Upon initial referral
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Upon the statement of a complaint
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When disciplinary action is made
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Whenever it is requested
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These procedural safeguards must be given to parents of children who are receiving or qualify for special education. They must be given in a manner that can be understood by the parent; this means that you can request these safeguards in another language. We encourage all parents to ask questions about their rights.