200 R.I. Code R. 200-RICR-20-30-3.26

Current through December 3, 2024
Section 200-RICR-20-30-3.26 - Responsibilities of the School LEA - Advisory Committee
A. The LEA shall provide assistance to the Advisory Committee in:
1. Developing the Advisory Committee's organizational structure and bylaws. The organizational structure and bylaws of the Advisory Committee shall become effective upon approval by the LEA;
2. Developing procedures for the Advisory Committee to carry out its functions and responsibilities;
3. Providing technical and consultative services;
4. Making available appropriate records and data as permitted by law;
5. Providing in-service training for membership of the Advisory Committee in such areas as: the role of Advisory Committees, the role of advocacy groups, the conduct of meetings, state and federal laws and regulations, procedural safeguards, community resources, establishing two-way communication and support between the parent and the ELL student, between the LEA and Advisory Committee, and between home and school, including teachers and administrators; and
6. Notifying parents of the ELL Advisory Committee. When a student is referred for an ELL placement, the LEA shall provide the family with notification of the existence of the local ELL Advisory Committee and responsibilities of the Committee. The notification shall indicate that a majority of the local ELL Advisory Committee consist of families of ELL students and shall inform the families how the chairperson of the local ELL Advisory Committee can be contacted

200 R.I. Code R. 200-RICR-20-30-3.26