Educational Consultation & Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE)
Educational Consultation
Does your child have an IEP/504? Are you new to navigating the complex world of special education services? Have you attempted to advocate for accommodations but feel stuck? We know how frustrating and complex IEPs and 504s can be.
Our Educational Consult team will assist you in understanding the IEP/504 process and help you advocate for your child to get the accommodations that they need to be successful in the educational environment. Contact us now to get started!
Note that this is a non-lawyer service.
Our Educational Consult team is composed of licensed special education teachers at the Master of Education (M.Ed.) level, an Assistive Technology Professional (ATP), a Board Certified Special Educator (BCSE), and a Board Certified Behavior Analyst (BCBA).
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Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)
An IEE is a process conducted when a parent/guardian disagrees with a school system's findings on a functional behavioral assessment (FBA) or psychological evaluation. If a parent requests an IEE, an outside clinician is brought in to conduct an assessment to determine if behavioral or psychological factors are impacting a child's education in the school setting. Our FBA process includes the following components:
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Interviews with parents and/or teacher(s)
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Full FBA evaluation and report
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Functional Analysis Screening Tool (FAST)
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3 - 6 hours of observations
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Data analysis & Review
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Detailed report and treatment recommendations
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If a psychological evaluation is sought, a biopsychosocial assessment will be conducted in conjunction with the use of standardized assessments. All diagnostic evaluations are conducted either in person at Mr. Lunsford's office or via Telehealth. Once the assessment process is completed, a diagnostic and/or behavioral report will be written that explains our findings and offers treatment recommendations within and outside of the school environment.
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All costs for the IEE will fall onto the school district. Currently, we are only able to offer IEEs within the City of Fredericksburg Public Schools. If you are from Spotslyvania or Stafford, still reach out as we will determine if staff is available to travel to your child's school for observations.
