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OP, I strongly recommend requesting a formal evaluation for learning disabilities. It took too long for my child with mild dyslexia to get properly assessed, and I wish I had pushed sooner.

Don’t let anyone tell you it can’t be done just because the school year is almost over—they can absolutely conduct evaluations and hold IEP meetings during the summer (though it may involve different staff members). Keep advocating—you have the right to start the process now.

1) Submit a written request to your child’s school principal, teacher, or the Special Education Lead at your school.
Include:
Your child’s full name
Grade and school
Your concerns (e.g., did. It pass the SOLs and ect..)
And request for a formal special education evaluation

Sample Language:

“I am requesting a comprehensive evaluation for my child, [Child’s Full Name], to determine if they are eligible for special education services under IDEA. I have concerns about [briefly describe]. Please let me know the next steps and timeline.”

2) School Holds a “Referral” or “Initial Meeting”

Within 10 business days, the school will schedule a meeting called a School-Based Team (SBT) meeting or Referral Meeting.
At this meeting, the team (which includes you) will decide whether to move forward with an evaluation.

3) Consent for Evaluation

If the team agrees, you’ll be asked to sign formal consent for the evaluation.
FCPS then has 65 business days (from the date of consent) to complete the evaluation and hold an eligibility meeting.

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