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Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) is a term that means that all children with disabilities are entitled to free and suitable education in public schools. This includes any special services or support they need to be successful in school. The goal is to give every student, regardless of their abilities, the same opportunities to learn and succeed.
Who is eligible for Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)?
All children with disabilities who are enrolled in public schools in the United States are eligible for FAPE, regardless of the severity or type of their disability.
How is Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) provided
FAPE is provided through the creation of an Individualized Education Program (IEP), which outlines the specific services, support, and accommodations a child with a disability needs to succeed in school. Schools must provide these services and make necessary changes to ensure that their programs and facilities are accessible to children with disabilities
What happens if a school is not providing Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)?
If a school is not providing FAPE, parents or guardians have the right to file a complaint and request a due process hearing to resolve the issue. If the issue is not resolved through the hearing process, the family may also have the option to file a lawsuit in order to ensure that their child is receiving the education they are entitled to under the law.
Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) is a legal term used in the United States to represent the education that public schools must provide to all children with disabilities. It means that the education must be appropriate to the child’s needs and be provided at no cost to the family. This includes things like special education services, related services, and support that the child needs to learn and succeed in school. FAPE also includes making sure the school is accessible to children with disabilities. This means that the school might need to make changes so that the child can get around, communicate, and learn just like other kids. FAPE is important because it helps make sure that all kids with disabilities have the same chances to learn and succeed in school.
Wondering how Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) works and what it looks like in action? Here’s a quick rundown to help you understand better:
FAPE operates through personalized education plans, supportive services, and an inclusive approach, enabling children with disabilities to receive the education they need to succeed. Goally’s tablet supports FAPE kids with apps for life and language skills, emotional regulation, executive functioning, and social skills. It enhances their inclusive learning environment.
This post was originally published on Feb. 1, 2023. It was updated on July 21, 2023.
