In the intricate world of special education services, maintaining compliance with established guidelines for class sizes and age ranges is a cornerstone for creating an effective learning environment that can cater to the unique needs of each student. The Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) has set specific regulations to ensure these environments are optimized for learning and growth. However, recognizing that a one-size-fits-all approach is not always feasible, the ISBE extends the option for schools to apply for deviations from the standard class size and age range requirements through the ISBE 34-41 form. This critical document, essential for the 2013-2014 school year, serves as a formal request for approval to implement such deviations. Schools are required to furnish detailed information including the rationale for the deviation, a description of the current class setup, and the measures being taken to return to compliance. Furthermore, this form encompasses sections for cooperative/district information, staff qualifications, and program details, ensuring that any deviation still aligns with the overarching goal of providing a solid and beneficial educational experience for students with special needs. The ISBE meticulously reviews these requests, underscoring the importance of adherence to guidelines while also allowing flexibility where it is justified and in the best interest of the students’ educational needs.
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| Form Name | Form Isbe 34 41 |
| Form Length | 4 pages |
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| Fillable fields | 0 |
| Avg. time to fill out | 1 min |
| Other names | 34 41_deviation_cl ass_age isbe special education classroom size 2013 2014 school year form |
ILLINOIS STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Special Education Services Division
100 North First Street,
Springield, Illinois
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Telephone:
REQUEST FOR APPROVAL OF SPECIAL EDUCATION CLASS SIZE/AGE RANGE DEVIATION(S)
School Year
INSTRUCTIONS: Complete and submit this form to the above address or
COOPERATIVE/DISTRICT INFORMATION
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PROGRAM INFORMATION |
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PROPOSED DEVIATION |
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RATIONALE
The rationale for this deviation must include an explanation of why the deviation is necessary and what the district is doing to correct
Provide the following information regarding this deviation request. Note: Do not type beyond the allotted space provided. Attach additional sheets to this form as necessary.
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NO Did you request a deviation for the same class/program previously? If yes, describe the reasons for the resubmission.
•Describe the direct cause for this request.
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RATIONALE (CONTINUED)
•Describe the proposed class size/age range of classroom.
•Describe the options that were explored prior to this deviation request and why they were determined to be inappropriate.
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ISBE USE ONLY
Full approval will be withdrawn from approved program deviations if monitoringoftheseprogramsbytheIllinoisStateBoardofEducation
determines that they are: 1) not being implemented as approved; and/or 2) it is determined that adequate/suficient services are not
beingprovidedtothespecialeducationstudentsbasedontheirIEPs.
DATE RECEIVED
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ILLINOIS STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Special Education Services Division
100 North First Street,
Springield, Illinois
SPECIAL EDUCATION CLASSROOM SCHEDULE*
* Complete one for each program which has one FTE special education teacher.
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YOUNGEST CHILD
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ILLINOIS STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION
Special Education Services Division
100 North First Street,
Springield, Illinois
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Telephone:
SPECIAL EDUCATION TEACHER ASSESSMENT OVERVIEW
For conidentiality purposes, this completed form can be submitted directly to the Illinois State Board of Education at the indicated address or
ISBE