Parents may request an evaluation in writing. These requests should be sent to your child's principal or the school district's director or coordinator of special education. Parents should retain copies of all correspondence relating to their child and follow up with the school principal on the status of the request.
To request an evaluation, write a letter to the district special education director/coordinator, with a copy to your child's teacher and principal. Tell them that you are concerned about your child's educational progress. Say that you are making a referral for assessment for special education services.
Start early. Ideally, give the person three to four weeks, but never less than two weeks to complete the recommendation. Most faculty and staff are very busy and have numerous recommendations to write, so you want to be courteous.
Dear (person's name), I am writing to request that my son/daughter, (child's name), be evaluated for special education services. I am worried that (child's name) is not doing well in school and believe he/she may need special services in order to learn. (Child's name) is in the ( _ ) grade at (name of school).
The best way to ask for a letter of recommendation is directly. Tell your potential reference what you are applying for, tell them that you are looking for people to write recommendation letters, and then ask The Question: ``Can you write me a strong letter of recommendation?''
Here is how to write a request letter in 7 steps: Collect information relating to your request. Create an outline. Introduce yourself. Make your request. Explain the reason for the request. Offer to provide additional information. Show your gratitude and conclude the letter.
How to Request a Letter of Recommendation or Evaluation If at all possible, request your letter in person. Don't ask, “Can you write me a letter?” Instead ask, “Do you feel that you would be able to write a strong letter supporting my application to __________?”
You can also ask him/her for a letter in person, but be sure to follow up any verbal requests with an email so that he/she has a written record of your request. o Ask for letters far in advance of any due dates. Aim for asking at least a month before the letter's due date.
Dear (Principal's or Special Education Administrator's name): I am writing to request that my son/daughter, (child's name), be evaluated for special education services. I am worried that (child's name) is not doing well in school and believe he/she may need special services in order to learn.
I am concerned about (your child's first name)'s progress in (his/her) current program. I am writing to request a re-evaluation to determine what changes need to be made in (your child's first name)'s IEP for (him/her) to be successful in school.