Common use of Philosophical Foundations Clause in Contracts

Philosophical Foundations. The parties agree that there are five philosophical foundations in serving students with disabilities. They are: student-centered decisions, equal access, right to service, respect for human dignity, and least restrictive environment. This principle is the central focus of special education. It reflects the essential premise that all decisions related to a student with a disability are made by a team that works cooperatively to determine, implement, and evaluate services based on the needs of the individual student. The parties are committed to the principle of equal access for all students. Students with disabilities are guaranteed equal access to programs and services for the general student population and a free appropriate public education (FAPE) through specially-designed instruction by qualified personnel.

Philosophical Foundations. The parties agree that there are five philosophical foundations in serving students with disabilities. They are: student-centered decisions, equal access, right to service, respect for human dignity, and least restrictive environment. This principle is the central focus of special education. It reflects the essential premise that all decisions related to a student with a disability are made by a team that which works cooperatively to determine, implement, and evaluate services based on the needs of the individual student. The parties are committed to the principle of equal access for all students. Students with disabilities are guaranteed equal access to programs and services for the general student population and a free appropriate public education (FAPE) through specially-designed instruction by qualified personnel.