ACCOMMODATIONS ON STATEWIDE ASSESSMENTS

    The IEP team can determine if a student with a disability will be administered a state-mandated test under standard conditions, be administered a state-mandated test with accommodations, or participate in alternate assessment.  The decision must be documented in the current IEP. 

    There are three types of accommodations:  Allowable, Special, and English Language Learners.  All students may use Allowable Accommodations as needed.  Special Accommodations may be used if the student meets required conditions.  Conditions are documented in the IEP and verified according to the student's specific impairment or through individualized assessment showing the severity of the disability.  If the required condition is not met, the student may not use the Speical Accommodation. 

    All Special Accommodations used must be appropriate for the individual student and documented on the IEP as a classroom accommodation that has been used consistently during the school year.  If an accommodation is discussed at the IEP meeting, but has not been used in the student's program to the extent that the student is proficient with the accommodation, the accommodation may not be used. 

    If you have questions about which accommodations are available and appropriate for your child, please contact your child's teacher.  Keep in mind, though, that the accommodations need to be in place throughout the school year, not just at test time.