Bill Summaries: H420 (2015-2016 Session)

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  • Summary date: Mar 31 2015 - View summary

    Adds new GS Article 9D, Students with Dyslexia and Dyscalculia, to GS Chapter 115C.

    Requires the State Board of Education (State Board) and local boards of education (local boards) to implement a screening process, assessment, and intervention strategies for students with learning disabilities. 

    Requires the State Board to provide local boards with materials and screening instruments to identify students exhibiting potential indicators of dyslexia and dyscalculia. Requires each local board to (1) annually give parents informational materials related to dyslexia and dyscalculia and (2) ensure implementation of age‑appropriate screening instruments for the early identification of students with dyslexia and dyscalculia. Requires screening of every kindergarten for dyslexia and dyscalculia and requires screening of any student enrolled in first through sixth grade who has not already been screened. Requires administering an assessment to students exhibiting potential indicators of dyslexia, dyscalculia, or other specific learning disabilities. Requires that a student identified as having dyslexia, dyscalculia, or other specific learning disabilities be given appropriate intervention strategies through the student's individualized education program.

    Requires local school administrative units to train employees to administer the screening instruments, and requires ongoing professional development opportunities on the identification of and intervention strategies for students with dyslexia, dyscalculia, and other specific learning disabilities.

    Makes conforming changes to GS 115C-12 and GS 115C-296.