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Board tables proposed policy on private student-service providers after parent concerns over access and MOUs
Summary
The Swain County Schools board discussed a proposed policy restricting private therapy and outside providers during school time unless covered by an IEP/504 or an approved MOU, heard public comments from a parent asking for permissions for an OT provider, and voted to table the policy to seek further clarification.
The Swain County Schools Board of Education discussed a proposed policy (04/2021) that would limit private therapy and service providers from delivering services during school hours unless the student has an IEP or an approved memorandum of understanding (MOU) with the district.
A parent, Bree Crisp, told the board she had submitted a draft MOU from a provider called WNC Sprouts and said the provider would not require…
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