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An Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) provides a second opinion on a child’s educational assessment. Under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), parents have the right to request an IEE at public expense (at no cost to the parent) if a parent DISAGREES with the school’s evaluation.
Key Points About an IEE:
- Requested in Writing: Parents must submit a WRITTEN REQUEST stating their disagreement with the school’s evaluation.
- Qualified Independent Evaluator: The IEE must be conducted by a qualified professional who is not employed by the school district
- One IEE Per Evaluation: Parents are entitled to one IEE each time they disagree with the school’s evaluation.
- Different from a Re-Evaluation: A re-evaluation is conducted by the school, while an IEE is conducted by an independent evaluator (outside provider) chosen by the parent.
For more information on IEEs, CLICK HERE to visit the Arizona Department of Education website.
?? How to Request an IEE ??
If you think your child's school evaluation isn't correct and you DISAGREE with part or all of the evaluation results, you can ask for an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) at no cost to you. Here’s how you can do it:
Before You Request an IEE
- Check Eligibility:
- Ensure your child qualifies under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and has had a school evaluation.
How to Request an IEE:
1. Who to Send the Email To: Email the School Psychologist, Principal, or Special Education Teacher.
2. CC Other Relevant Staff: Include the Principal, Special Education Teacher, General Education Teacher, and any specialist like therapists in the CC field.
3. Attach the Request Letter: Attach your completed request letter as a PDF.
- Body of Email:
Hello Ms. Berry,
Please see the attached letter for my son Casa Nova.
Sincerely,
Parent’s Name
4. Email Subject Line: Use "Request for Individual Educational Evaluation (IEE)" as the subject line.
Sample Letter
Date
Parent's Name
Street Address
City, State, Zip Code
Name of Principal, School Psychologist, or Special Education Teacher
School Name
Street Address
City, State, Zip Code
RE: Individual Educational Evaluation (IEE) at Public Expense
Dear [Name of Principal, School Psychologist, or Special Education Teacher],
My [SON/DAUGHTER], [STUDENT’S NAME], is in the [_] grade at [SCHOOL NAME], in [TEACHER’S NAME] class. [HE/SHE] was evaluated for special education services in [month/year]. I am requesting an Independent Educational Evaluation at public expense for the following reasons:
- I disagree with the evaluation results because [provide specific reasons, (e.g., insufficient testing, evaluation missed specific areas, conflicting test results)].
I understand that the school must pay for the independent evaluation unless it can prove in a due process hearing that its assessment is comprehensive and appropriate. Please inform me in writing within 15 days whether you intend to honor my request or to request a hearing on the issue.
I am in the process of choosing a qualified provider to conduct the evaluation. As soon as I choose the provider, I will contact you to arrange payment for this service.
It is also my understanding that the evaluator will forward the evaluation report to you since the school is paying for it, and that you will schedule an IEP Team meeting to discuss the results. The new evaluation must be considered in any future IEP decisions for [STUDENT NAME].
Please let me know the next steps and any additional information or forms needed to proceed with this request. If you have any questions, I can be reached by email at [EMAIL ADDRESS]. Thank you for your attention to this matter.
Sincerely,
[PARENT’S NAME]
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