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

• Upon initial referral

• Upon the statement of a complaint

• When disciplinary action is made

• 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.