D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 5, r. 5-A2501

Current through Register Vol. 71, No. 49, December 6, 2024

Rule 5-A2501 - HOME AND HOSPITAL INSTRUCTION PROGRAM

2501.1

Beginning in school year 2022-23, every LEA shall adopt and implement a home and hospital instruction program.

2501.2

An LEA's home and hospital instruction program shall:

(a) Be designed by the LEA to promote a participating student's academic progress, allow the student to stay current with classroom instruction in core subjects to the greatest extent possible, foster coordination between the student's classroom teachers and the home or hospital instructors, and facilitate the rapid reintegration into classroom instruction when the student returns to school;

(b) For a student with an individualized education program (IEP), ensure that home or hospital instruction is provided in accordance with the IEP; and

(c) Provide content aligned to that being provided in the student's classroom at their school of attendance, including without limitation a nonpublic special education day school or residential facility.

2501.3

Each LEA shall designate at least one employee to manage the LEA's home and hospital instruction program.

D.C. Mun. Regs. tit. 5, r. 5-A2501

Final Rulemaking published at 70 DCR 6850 (5/12/2023)