How does one enroll a child with special needs in the Non-DoD Schools Program?
A. If you are new to post and this is your first time enrolling your child in the NDSP, you will need to contact your NDSP liaison immediately to facilitate a smooth transition and continuity of services for your dependent. In addition to the NDSP application package, we ask that the sponsor submit any previous documentation to support the identification and services needed to support your child’s special needs. This may include copies of previous assessments, Individual Education Plan (IEP) from previous school, Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) reports/assessments or letters or standardized test results from pervious school enrolled. The DSSR Educational Allowance for special needs children is up to $26,800 per school year, per student. In addition to the DSSR, up to $3,000 per school year, per student is allowed for tutoring and summer school – as directly mandated by the IEP. For returning students on an IEP, progress reports may be requested to monitor effectiveness of serv
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