School Psychologist Interview

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On May, 2016, I interviewed the School Psychologist and the Special Education Teacher at my school in the Psychologist’s room. In his room, I could see all different folders where he keeps all the EIP and IDEA regulations and Policies for the School District. The school serves 971 students in grades 6 - 8. Minority enrollment is 100% of the student body (majority American Indian and Asian), which is more than the state average of 59%. During our interview, we discussed several topic related to special education and the regulations and the policies involved with it. Throughout the interview, the School Psychologist and Special Education teacher kept showing me examples of IEP’s and the different assessments used to determine if a student qualifies …show more content…

An effective school leader must know all the district and school regulations and policies about IDEA in order to perform the job in an equitable and fair way with the intention to provide a safe and effective learning environment for all students regardless of their …show more content…

The school administrator also promotes and protects the welfare and safety of students and consider and evaluate the potential moral and legal consequences of decision-making. Consequently, develops the positive relationships with families and caregivers. (ISLLC, Standard 2,3c, 4c, and 5c) According to the authors Gartin, B and Murdick, N, (2005).”The Individualized Education Program (IEP) is an essential component in providing a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) to individuals with disabilities. The 2004 amendments of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) have attempted to reduce the paperwork requirements of the IEP, while simultaneously ensuring that the goal of FAPE is met. Furthermore, the legislation attempts to bring the requirements of IDEA and NCLB into better alignment. Legislative changes to the IEP are described, and possible implications are

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