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Education
Educational services provide the foundation for academic, social, and behavioral growth that are necessary for adult relationships and for developing independence. In this section, you will find information on supports and services for students with Autism Spectrum Disorder, including:
- Placement options
- How to navigate the school day
- Dispute resolution for students up to age 21
- College and other post-secondary educational options for adults, including the right to accommodations
The Education section of the CAR Autism Roadmap™ answers many questions you may have and may help you to prepare for the unexpected. Use the filter options on the left side of your screen below to narrow article selections by categories.
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Last updated on Aug 20, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Cyberbullying has become more prevalent as technology becomes more readily available. Cyberbullying occurs online or through text messages and emails. Examples include mean text messages or emails, rumors sent by email or social media, posting or...
Last updated on Aug 20, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Bullying is any kind of unwanted, aggressive behavior that involves a real or perceived imbalance of power. The behavior must be repeated or have the potential to be repeated over time. All schools have codes of conduct, which are designed to promote...
Last updated on Aug 17, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Most families take for granted that their children will be safe while at school. However, parents of children on the autism spectrum may have more reason to worry than other parents. Safety lessons may be more difficult for a child on the spectrum to...
Last updated on Aug 14, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Keystone exams are end-of-course assessments that are designed to test a student's proficiency in certain subjects. Beginning in 2017, Pennsylvania requires students to take and pass these exams before being allowed to graduate. If a student passes...
Last updated on Aug 14, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
In 2010, Pennsylvania passed a law that supported the creation of 10 end-of-course assessments, known as "Keystone Exams," in the following subject areas: Algebra I, Algebra II, Geometry, Literature, English Composition, Biology, Chemistry, U.S...
Last updated on Aug 13, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires that a full and individualized evaluation be conducted before your child can be provided special education and related services. In addition to initial eligibility evaluations...
Last updated on Aug 13, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
An Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) is an evaluation done by a qualified examiner who is not employed by the public school or agency responsible for the education of your child. An IEE may evaluate any skills related to your child's...
Last updated on Aug 13, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
There is no federal law establishing legal rights for gifted students. (The Jacob K. Javits Gifted and Talented Students Act of 1994 provided examples of model programs and projects, but it did not create legal rights for gifted students.) However...
Last updated on Aug 13, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires that a full and individualized evaluation be conducted before your child can be provided special education and related services. In addition to initial eligibility evaluations...
Last updated on Aug 13, 2020 in CAR Autism Roadmap™
Evaluations of children under the age of 3 are available through the Early Intervention (EI) system. You may want your child to receive an EI evaluation if you, your child’s doctor, a teacher, neighbor, or concerned friend suspects that your child...