Vision Consultation
The teacher of the visually impaired consults with the educational team and student, if appropriate, to assure that the student is continuing his/her ability to function within the eduational setting with the accommodations that are in place to assist with the learning process.
Teacher of the visually impaired provides consultation with the education team. Direct therapy is not included within a consultation, however the therapist may consult with the student. Consultation is provided based on the student's IEP.
District Responsibilities
- Complete BOCES referral form
- Share the student's IEP
- Provide relevant educational records
- Send in re-evaluation requests
- Notification of CSE/Annual Review Meetings
- Notification of Amendment Meeting
BOCES Responsibilities
- Provide services as per the IEP
- Provide supervision
- Provide staff development
- Perform re-evaluations
- Participate in CSE/Annual Review Meetings
- Collect data for progress monitoring