Sample Letters

SAMPLE REQUEST FOR INDEPENDENT EVALUATION

(Keep a copy of this letter for your records)

(Date)

Dear (Name of Special Education Director),

(Name of child), is now enrolled in (name of school) in (grade/class).

This is to inform you that I disagree with the educational evaluation which has been provided by the district for the following reasons(s):
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and am requesting an independent educational evaluation at public expense. I would like the independent evaluation to be performed by (name of independent evaluator you prefer, if known).

Please contact me by (date) to discuss this matter and make the necessary arrangements.

I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely,

(Your name, address and telephone number)

cc: (Name of Superintendent)