Massachusetts: School and education

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MAC Request for Independent Special Education Evaluation

Use this guided interview to request an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) at public expense in Massachusetts. If you disagree with the school district's evaluation of your child, this tool helps you formally request an independent assessment. This interview was authored and approved by Massachusetts Advocates for Children.

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Request for a School Special Education Evaluation

Use this guided interview to request a special education evaluation for a student in Massachusetts. This tool will help you generate a formal letter to your school district asking them to evaluate your child for an Individualized Education Program (IEP). This interview was authored and approved by Massachusetts Advocates for Children.

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MAC PRS Complaint (Language Access)

Use this guided interview to file a Problem Resolution System (PRS) complaint with the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE) regarding language access issues. This tool helps parents and advocates formally report when a school fails to provide required translation or interpretation services. This interview was authored and approved by Massachusetts Advocates for Children.

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Request for Student Record

Use this guided interview to request a complete copy of a student's educational record from their school in Massachusetts. This tool assists parents and eligible students in exercising their right to access school records. This interview was authored and approved by Massachusetts Advocates for Children.

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