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Important Updates/Information

OSERS released documents: 
Dear Colleague Letter from the OSEP Director
Guide for Stakeholders: Positive Proactive Approaches to Supporting Children with Disabilities
Q&A: Addressing the Needs of Children with Disabilities and IDEA Discipline Provisions
Using Functional Behavioral Assessments to Create Supportive Learning Environments

OCR released documents:
Supporting Students with Disabilities and Avoiding the Discriminatory Use of Student Discipline under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act

NDE documents
Shortened Day Guidance Document
1.31.2022 S.O.S. What do Local Education Agencies (LEAs) need to consider and document for students with disabilities when deciding to shorten a student’s school day? 

NDE Guide for the Provision of School Mental and Behavioral Health Services

Decorative Purposes Only - Image is of the Front Page of the NDE Guide for the Provision of School Mental and Behavioral Health Services. . Image links directly to the document.

Supporting the Behavioral Needs of Children with Disabilities

Decorative Purposes Only - Image is of the Front Page of the Supporting the Behavioral Needs of Children with Disabilities Guidance Document. Image links directly to the document.

NDE Discipline and Manifestation Determinations Questions & Answers

Decorative Purposes Only - Image is of the Front Page of the NDE Discipline and Manifestation Determinations Questions & Answers. Image links directly to the document.

Model Functional Behavior Assessment Report

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Model Manifestation Determination Review Form

Decorative Purposes Only - Image is of the Front Page of the Model Manifestation Determination Review Form. Image links directly to the document.

Model Behavior Intervention Plan

Decorative Purposes Only - Image is of the Front Page of the BIP Template for Intensive Support Needs. Image links directly to the document.
Updated September 21, 2026 9:22am