Request for IEP Meeting About District Denial of ESY 
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To Special Education Director:
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Dear Director of Special Education:
I disagree with the District’s denial of Extended School Year (ESY) services for my child. My child has regressed, but the District decided not to provide my child ESY services.  I request an IEP meeting to discuss compensatory education services for my child. 
I requested ESY services for my child, but the District wrongly determined that my child did not qualify. As you know, ESY services are required in a child’s IEP if there is a likelihood of regression or slow recoupment should a child not receive services throughout the summer. My child has experienced challenges and regression during remote instruction. 
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As a result, I am requesting compensatory services to address the lack of ESY services.
The US Department of Education has issued guidance indicating that the IEP team must meet to determine whether the lack of special education and related services requires the provision of compensatory education. 
“Schools must consider the impact of a provider’s absence or a child’s absence on the child’s program and performance and determine how to ensure the continued provision of FAPE [a free, appropriate public education] in order for the child to continue to progress and meet the annual goals in his or her IEP. Whether an interruption in services constitutes a denial of FAPE is an individual determination that must be made on a case-by-case basis.” 
This guidance was reinforced in guidance from the US Department of Education issued in March, 2020, and further reinforced by California’s Department of Education.
Thank you for your prompt attention to this matter. I look forward to meeting with the IEP team within 30 days.
Sincerely, 
Signed:

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