These
rights include: non-discriminatory testing in the evaluation stage,
confidentiality of all records and the assurance of special education
programs in the least restrictive environment as defined in federal law.
Students
must meet Kansas State Department of Education eligibility criteria and
need special education services in order to receive such services. The
program and services that will be provided if all staff positions can
be filled are listed in Services.
The
Kansas Special Education Policy Handbook states that "Each local
education agency shall provide age-appropriate opportunities for the
participation of disabled students with nondisabled students in
nonacademic and other curricular services and activities to the maximum
extent appropriate to the needs and interests of disabled students."
Building administrators should be contacted for a detailed listing of
all nonacademic and extracurricular services and activities available
to all students.
The
Twin Lakes Educational Cooperative's goal is to provide for educational
opportunities, which will contribute to the development of each
exceptional child in accordance with his or her disabilities and
capabilities. If you would like more information about any of the
services or think you have a child who may need such services or have
any questions, please contact Steve Joonas, Director of Special
Education, 807 Dexter Street, P.O. Box 97, Clay Center, Kansas 67432
785-632-3178.
Other information is also available for educators and parents at the KSDE Special Education Services web page.