The Chicago Math and Science Academy welcomes students of all ability levels. We offer a continuum of services for students with disabilities in their Least Restrictive Environment. Special Education services are provided in compliance with local, state and federal laws and policies. Student’s whom receive specialized services will be provided the supports and services as listed within their Individualized Education Plan while in attendance at CMSA.
Disability Categories:
- Autism;
- Deaf-Blindness;
- Deafness;
- Emotional Disturbance;
- Hearing Impairment;
- Intellectual Disability;
- Multiple Disabilities;
- Orthopedic Impairment;
- Other Heath Impairment;
- Specific Learning Disability;
- Speech or Language Impairment;
- Traumatic Brain Injury; or
- Visual Impairment.
If you have specific concerns or questions regarding your child’s specialized services, please contact Ms. Brkljacic, the school Case Manager, at Brkljacic@cmsaonline.net or 773-761-8960
Policy and Laws:
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act: https://sites.ed.gov/idea/
Americans with Disabilities Act: https://www.ada.gov/
Section 504, Rehabilitation Act: https://www.dol.gov/oasam/regs/statutes/sec504.htm
What is the difference between IDEA and ADA with IEP and 504 students? http://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/504faq.html
Parent Resources:
US Department of Education– Office of Special Education and Rehabilitative Services
https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/osers/osep/index.html
Illinois State Board of Education– Special Education Programs
https://www.isbe.net/Pages/Special-Education-Programs.aspx
Chicago Public Schools– Office of Diverse Learner Supports and Services
https://www.cps.edu/services-and-supports/special-education/
ODLSS Transition Agency Rundown Agency List – see attached.
Concept Schools – Special Education Department
http://specialeducation.conceptschools.org/
Procedural Safeguards: Updated July 2017
https://www.isbe.net/Documents/nc_proc_sfgrds_34-57j.pdf
Lista de Agencias Comunitarias