FTCE Exceptional Student Education (ESE) K-12 Practice Test

Under Public Law 94-142, what kind of rights are guaranteed to parents?

1. A comprehensive list of available schools

2. Notification and procedural rights

3. Financial aid information

4. Legal representation in special education disputes

The correct answer is: Notification and procedural rights

The correct answer is the provision of notification and procedural rights under Public Law 94-142, also known as the Education for All Handicapped Children Act. This law was designed to ensure that children with disabilities receive a free appropriate public education (FAPE). One of the key aspects of this law is the emphasis on parental involvement and their rights regarding the education of their children. Parents must be notified of important decisions affecting their child's education and are provided with procedural safeguards to guide them through the special education process. This includes the right to receive prior written notice before a school makes changes to a child’s educational placement, the right to consent to evaluations and services, and the right to participate in meetings about their child's educational planning. This focus on parental rights is essential because informed and involved parents can significantly contribute to their child's educational success, ensuring that their interests are represented and their rights protected throughout the decision-making process.