Purpose


The purpose of this amendment is to revise form 313181 as referenced in (10)(b) of this rule. Specifically section 1003.4282, F.S., was amended during the 2014 legislative session to create new standard diploma options for students with disabilities beginning with the student cohort entering grade 9 in 2014-2015. Special diploma will no longer be an option for these students. Students instructed in access points curriculum and administered the Florida Alternate Assessment will be able to work toward a standard diploma given this legislation. Therefore, the form must be revised to align with this statutory change. In addition, timelines related to the evaluation process for students with disabilities are proposed for revision.