What is “Free and Appropriate Public Education?” (FAPE)

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  • Public Schools must education kids with special needs for free

Appropriate

  • That child’s education should be appropriate to him or her and tailored via the IEP
  • Full time regular education may be least restrictive but may not be appropriate for that child
  • Must provide type of service that are appropriate (push in vs. pull out) for that child’s needs
  • Therapy techniques must be appropriate for the child’s needs
  • Goals must be meaningful

Education

  • Prepare the child for the future (further education, employment or independent living)