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ESE Advisory Meeting LEGISLATIVE UPDATE SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

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Page 1: ESE Advisory Meeting LEGISLATIVE UPDATE SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

ESE Advisory MeetingLEGISLATIVE UPDATE

SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

Page 2: ESE Advisory Meeting LEGISLATIVE UPDATE SEPTEMBER 17, 2014

LegislationHB 7031CS/SB 1642SB 850

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ExemptionsPursuant to s. 1008.212, F.S., a student with a disability may be eligible for an extraordinary exemption from testing under certain circumstances, or if they have certain conditions.

“Circumstance” means a situation

Medically Complex ExemptionExtraordinary Exemption

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Medically Complex Exemption

May be considered for a student who:Has a congenital or acquired multisystem diseaseHas a severe neurological or cognitive disorder with marked functional impairmentIs dependent on technology for activities of daily living ANDLacks the capacity to take or perform on an assessment

Requires medical documentation

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Medically Complex Exemption

Exemption optionsA one year exemption approved by the district superintendentA one, two or three year or permanent exemption approved by the Commissioner of Education

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High School Diploma OptionsGraduation statutes appealed (HB 7031)Special diploma law (s. 1003.438, F.S.) repealed

New graduation diploma requirements and optionsStandard diploma or Certificate of CompletionStandard diploma:Establishment of scholar and merit designationsDetermined by IEP in effect at age 16DesignationPlan for meeting graduation requirements

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Graduation PathwaysStandard diploma

Establishment of scholar and merit designationsDetermined by IEP in effect at age 16DesignationPlan for meeting graduation requirements

Applies to students with disabilities entering grade 9 in 2014-2015Does not apply to students in grade 10, 11, 12 in 2014-2015

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Students Who Take FAAStandard diploma optionsCombination of course substitutions, assessments, industry certifications or occupational completion pointsMust meet State Board rule

A portfolio of quantifiable evidence documenting mastery of academic standards through “rigorous metrics” established in rule

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Graduation PathwaysStudents who meet standard high school diploma requirements may defer the receipt of the diploma ifIEP plan includes special education, transition planning, transition services or related services through age 21

Student is enrolled in specific courses

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Next StepsState Board ruleImplementationCommunicationTrainingPolicy/Course changes

ESE Advisory Discussion: upcoming meetings