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2008 Senate Bill 1039 (Authorize ISD “early intervening model programs” )

Public Act 582 of 2008

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1) Re: SB1039 [by MichL1 on March 10, 2009]

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 how soon can you tell that a child is going to need special education? and why aren't teachers (paid professionals who make their living teaching students) spotting this at that time?



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 You can spot children who are headed toward special education as early as kindergarten. See the research of Bennett and Sally Shaywitz  and C. Reid Lyon for the signs if you are interested. Teachers can and do spot the signs and intervene. It is important to intervene as early as possible in order to "close the gap". Early intervention is very effective in preventing kids from ever needing special education. Additionally, intervention is much less expensive than remediation.


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2) Re: SB1039 [by uber-liberal on March 4, 2009]

 how soon can you tell that a child is going to need special education? and why aren't teachers (paid professionals who make their living teaching students) spotting this at that time?


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3) Re: SB1039 [by michmom on March 4, 2009]

 Not all parents...and you should know about the program before you speak. Try to have a better day...


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