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    Policy On Addressing Students With Special Needs

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    The document outlines a policy for addressing students with special needs. It aims to provide an inclusive environment and equal access to education through individualized accommodations and support services. Key objectives include creating a welcoming environment, ensuring academic and social success, and promoting independence. The policy covers identification of needs, assessment, education plans, accommodations, inclusion, training, communication, and collaboration between the school and external organizations. Responsibilities include administration allocating resources, identification of needs, implementing accommodations, and communication between all parties to support students.

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    Policy On Addressing Students With Special Needs

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    The document outlines a policy for addressing students with special needs. It aims to provide an inclusive environment and equal access to education through individualized accommodations and support services. Key objectives include creating a welcoming environment, ensuring academic and social success, and promoting independence. The policy covers identification of needs, assessment, education plans, accommodations, inclusion, training, communication, and collaboration between the school and external organizations. Responsibilities include administration allocating resources, identification of needs, implementing accommodations, and communication between all parties to support students.

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    The document outlines a policy for addressing students with special needs. It aims to provide an inclusive environment and equal access to education through individualized accommodations and support services. Key objectives include creating a welcoming environment, ensuring academic and social success, and promoting independence. The policy covers identification of needs, assessment, education plans, accommodations, inclusion, training, communication, and collaboration between the school and external organizations. Responsibilities include administration allocating resources, identification of needs, implementing accommodations, and communication between all parties to support students.

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    Policy On Addressing Students With Special Needs

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    The document outlines a policy for addressing students with special needs. It aims to provide an inclusive environment and equal access to education through individualized accommodations and support services. Key objectives include creating a welcoming environment, ensuring academic and social success, and promoting independence. The policy covers identification of needs, assessment, education plans, accommodations, inclusion, training, communication, and collaboration between the school and external organizations. Responsibilities include administration allocating resources, identification of needs, implementing accommodations, and communication between all parties to support students.

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    POLICY ON ADDRESSING STUDENTS WITH SPECIAL NEEDS

    Policy Title: Inclusion and Accommodation for Students with Special Needs
    Rationale Committed to providing equal educational
    opportunities for all students, including those with
    special needs. To recognize that every student is
    unique and has individual learning needs. As such,
    we are committed to providing accommodations and
    support services that ensure the success of all
    students.
    Objectives  To create an inclusive and welcoming
    environment for students with special needs.
     To provide individualized accommodations
    and support services to enable students with
    special needs to succeed academically and
    socially.
     To promote the independence and self-
    advocacy skills of students with special needs.
     To ensure that all students are able to access
    and participate in all aspects of school life,
    including academic, extracurricular, and social
    activities.
     To collaborate with families and outside
    agencies to provide a comprehensive support
    system for students with special needs.
    Scope The scope of these policy is to ensure that students
    with special needs have equal access to educational
    opportunities and support services in an inclusive and
    welcoming school environment. This policy applies
    to all students with special needs enrolled in the
    school, and covers identification, assessment,
    individualized education plans, accommodations and
    support services, inclusion, professional development,
    communication, and collaboration.
    References • Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
    •Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
    •Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Section 504
    • Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
    • National Council on Disability (NCD) Report on
    Inclusion of Students with Disabilities
    • National Association of State Directors of Special
    Education (NASDSE) Guidelines for the
    Identification and Assessment of Students with
    Disabilities
    • Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) Standards
    for Professional Practice in Special Education.
    POLICIES
    1.Identification and Assessment: The school will provide screening and assessment
    procedures to identify students with special needs. These assessments will be conducted by
    qualified professionals, such as school psychologists, speech therapists, or special education
    teachers.

    2.Individualized Education Plans (IEPs): Students with special needs will have an IEP that
    outlines their individualized accommodations and support services. The IEP will be developed
    by a team that includes parents, teachers, and other professionals as appropriate. The IEP will
    be reviewed and updated annually.

    3.Accommodations and Support Services: The school will provide accommodations and
    support services that enable students with special needs to succeed academically and socially.
    Accommodations and support services may include, but are not limited to, assistive
    technology, classroom modifications, individualized instruction, and specialized
    transportation.
    4. Inclusion: The school will strive to create an inclusive and welcoming environment for
    students with special needs. All students will be encouraged to participate in academic,
    extracurricular, and social activities. The school will provide accommodations and support
    services that enable students with special needs to fully participate in these activities.

    5. Professional Development: The school will provide ongoing professional development to


    teachers and staff on best practices for supporting students with special needs. This may
    include training on accommodations, modifications, and effective teaching strategies.

    6.Communication: The school will ensure that parents and guardians are informed of their
    child's progress and any changes to their IEP. The school will provide regular communication
    with parents and guardians, including progress reports and parent-teacher conferences.
    7. Collaboration: The school will collaborate with families, outside agencies, and community
    organizations to provide a comprehensive support system for students with special needs. This
    may include partnerships with local healthcare providers, advocacy groups, and other
    community organizations.

    8. Conclusion: The school is committed to providing a supportive and inclusive environment


    that enables all students to succeed academically and socially. This policy outlines the school's
    commitment to providing individualized accommodations and support services to students
    with special needs. By working together with families, outside agencies, and community
    organizations, we can ensure that all students have the opportunity to reach their full potential.
    NARRATIVE PROCEDURES
    Authorities Responsibility
    1. Administration/Management The administration/management of the educational
    institution is responsible for ensuring that the policy
    is implemented in all departments of the institution.
    They must also allocate necessary resources and
    budget for the successful implementation of the
    policy.
    2. Special Education The Special Education Coordinator/Department is
    Coordinator/Department responsible for identifying students with special
    needs and ensuring that they receive the necessary
    support and accommodations to help them succeed
    academically. They are also responsible for
    coordinating with teachers and other staff members to
    ensure that they are aware of the accommodations
    required for the students.
    3. Teachers/Instructors Teachers/Instructors are responsible for implementing
    the accommodations recommended by the Special
    Education Coordinator/Department for students with
    special needs. They must also ensure that the students
    receive the necessary attention and support to help
    them understand the curriculum.
    4. Support Staff Support staff such as aides, paraprofessionals, and
    therapists are responsible for providing additional
    assistance to students with special needs as required.
    They may also work with teachers and instructors to
    implement accommodations in the classroom.
    5. Parents/Guardians Parents/Guardians play a vital role in implementing
    the policy. They must communicate with the
    educational institution to ensure that their child's
    needs are being met. They must also provide the
    necessary information about their child's condition to
    the institution and actively participate in the
    development of an individualized education plan
    (IEP) for their child.
    6. Students Students with special needs are responsible for
    advocating for themselves and communicating their
    needs to the relevant authorities in the educational
    institution. They must also actively participate in the
    development of their IEP and work with teachers and
    support staff to achieve their academic goals.
    PREPARED BY: SECTION/MAJOR: BSED SCIENCE 2A
    GALDO, JASMIN R.
    GUDARIDO, RAYJANE L.
    SOTIS, ANDREA P.

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