Exceptional Students
While the regular school program is designed for the majority of students, some students require Special Education services to meet their learning needs. Where learning needs are extraordinary, an Identification, Placement, and Review Committee meeting is scheduled to make decisions about identification and placement.
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A student is considered to be “exceptional” when the learning needs are of such severity that he or she requires ongoing Special Education assistance and changes to the regular program in order to be successful. The Ministry of Education and Training has defined students as fitting into one of five categories of Exceptionality:
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The WRDSB provides a range of Special Education services for exceptional students. Many continue to participate in a regular classroom setting while receiving Special Education services, while other students may require placements in a Special Education classroom. The Ministry regulation governing IPRC’s ensures that the decisions of the IPRC will be reviewed at least once per school year in a scheduled IPRC review meeting unless waived by the parent(s).
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Understanding the IPRC Process - A Parents Guide
Understanding the IPRC - A Parent Guide (from the WRDSB website)
This guide is intended to provide parents with an understanding of the IPRC process. Definitions are included to assist in explaining the main concepts involved. The guide also describes the steps that occur before, during and after the IPRC meeting. Finally, information is provided regarding parent support groups and provincial associations that are available to support families who have a child with exceptional learning needs.
Understanding the IPRC - A Parent Guide (from the WRDSB website)
This guide is intended to provide parents with an understanding of the IPRC process. Definitions are included to assist in explaining the main concepts involved. The guide also describes the steps that occur before, during and after the IPRC meeting. Finally, information is provided regarding parent support groups and provincial associations that are available to support families who have a child with exceptional learning needs.