LRE FAQ
This FAQ aims to address some of the most common questions and inquiries regarding Indicator 5 and Least Restrictive Environment. The topics listed below are areas for which the Indiana Department of Education, Office of Special Education and IEPRC staff have been asked to provide guidance and clarification to assist LEAs in the proper reporting of LRE data.
Essential Elements: Continuum of Services
Matt Johnson, IEPRC Consultant, provides a brief overview of the Continuum of Services, or placement options for students with disabilities as defined in Article 7.
A Closer Look at LRE Practices
Knowledge to Action
Key practices support the implementation of high quality inclusive programs. Use the rating continuum to indicate the description that best applies to your district at the current time and to identify area(s) in need of improvement.
IDOE - INDICATOR 5
The U.S. Department of Education’s Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) per IDEA 2004 requires that states monitor the implementation of the Least Restrictive Environment requirement of IDEA and report the overall proportion of students educated in a number of educational placement categories from each LEA compared to state targets for these placement categories.
More from IDOE's website: http://www.doe.in.gov/specialed/indicator-5-least-restrictive-environment-lre
Placement/Case Law and LRE
Dr. Mitch Yell outlines common placement issues and solutions for Special Education Programs and Teachers.
Defining Least Restrictive Environment with Dr. Mitch Yell
Case Law and Least Restrictive Environment with Dr. Mitch Yell
Placement and Least Restrictive Environment with Dr. Mitch Yell
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Dr. Mitch Yell outlines common placement issues and solutions for Special Education Programs and Teachers in this document.
Policies & Procedures for LRE
Local policies and procedures provide guidance regarding the school district’s interpretation and implementation of the state requirements included in Article 7. They support consistency in decision making, promoting equitable and appropriate services for students in the least restrictive environment.