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Do students with disabilities receive accommodations on the FCAT?

April 26, 2017accommodations disabilities FCAT students

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Do students with disabilities receive accommodations on the FCAT?

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Yes. Federal law (the Individuals with Disabilities Act of 1997) requires the inclusion of students with disabilities in regular assessment programs. Therefore, every effort is made to provide a level playing field for students with disabilities taking the FCAT and seeking a standard high school diploma. In accordance with s. 1007.02(2), F.S. and Rule 6A-1.0943, FAC, school districts may request unique accommodations for individual students with disabilities. Section 1007.02(2), F.S.

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Yes. Federal law (the Individuals with Disabilities Education (IDEA) Act of 1997) requires the inclusion of students with disabilities in regular assessment programs. Therefore, every effort is made to provide a level playing field for students with disabilities taking the FCAT and seeking a standard high school diploma. In accordance with s. 1007.02(2), F.S. and State Board of Education Rule 6A-1.0943, FAC, school districts may request unique accommodations for individual students with disabilities.