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Children and families will find schools generally willing to assess students for learning problems, behavioral difficulties and emotional disorders. When you want to be sure to have a Multidisciplinary Evaluation completed for your child, sending or giving a written request to the school is best. With a written request the school must complete an evaluation and offer an educational plan if needed. The parent can elect to follow the plan, continue without a special plan or have an outside independent evaluation at the school's expense.
The following sample letter is deceptively simple and requires the school to assess your child within a specific time frame. Please keep a copy of your letter to assure that the school follows through within the necessary time requirement. In 60 school days the school must begin, if not complete, the evaluation.
Date:___________
Dear Principal or Counselor:
My child, _________________, needs a Multidisciplinary Evaluation.
Sincerely,
Signature of Parent:____________
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