By Katherine Clark, Esq.

How do you determine the LRE for a student with autism? With the many recent rulings against schools in autism-related cases and the pandemic-induced increase in virtual instruction, it’s critical that you are current with IDEA’s legal requirements. Get case-based guidance to make sound decisions with this updated guide.

Straightforward explanation of your IDEA requirements is supported by concise summaries of historical and recent judicial rulings and SEA decisions — organized by prevailing party and by whether the child needed a more or less restrictive setting than that proposed. Avoid litigation by learning about:

• Factors to consider when making a virtual placement for a student with autism
• Data collection processes and appropriate methodologies
• Differences between the concepts of inclusion and mainstreaming
• Related aids and services for a student with autism
• And more!

Includes forms, charts and other tools to guide placement teams in determining a student's LRE.