Bill Summary for H 149 (2017-2018)
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AN ACT TO REQUIRE THE STATE BOARD OF EDUCATION AND LOCAL BOARDS OF EDUCATION TO DEVELOP TOOLS TO ENSURE IDENTIFICATION OF STUDENTS WITH DYSLEXIA AND DYSCALCULIA.Intro. by Conrad, Jackson, Elmore, Gill.
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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.
Makes conforming changes to GS 115C-12.
Applies beginning with the 2017-18 school year.