Ms. Guerra, a fourth grade teacher, is concerned one of the…

Ms. Guerra, a fourth grade teacher, is concerned one of the students in her class may have a writing disability. After receiving intensive writing intervention for 5 weeks, the student remains unable to write a complete sentence. When Ms. Guerra discusses her concerns with the school’s Child Find Team, the AEA consultant states that, regardless of the circumstances, a minimum of 6 weeks of intervention data must be collected before obtaining consent for a full and individual evaluation (FIE). What process in the state of Iowa ensures interventions do not delay evaluation?

 Due to hypersensitivity, a child with autism is unable to t…

 Due to hypersensitivity, a child with autism is unable to tolerate loud noises for long periods of time and avoids the lunchroom or hallways during busy periods. Which of the following terms is most appropriate in referring to the difficulties encountered in these situations?