Written parental consent must be obtained before which of the following?

• A. Conducting an initial evaluation
• B. Initially providing special education and related services
• C. Conducting reevaluation
• D. All of the above

Answer: (D)

Consent is required at three key points when implementing IDEA protections: before conducting an initial evaluation to decide eligibility, before starting the actual special education and related services, and before any reevaluation to update data or adjust the program. Each step involves informing and obtaining agreement from the parent about what will be tested, what services might be provided, and the potential impact on the child’s program. If written informed consent isn’t obtained, the district cannot proceed with the evaluation or services, and reevaluations cannot go forward without consent. Because consent is needed for all three steps, the correct understanding is that consent is required for every one of these actions.