Support can look very different from child to child. Some students with emotional disability are fully included in general education classrooms with accommodations and supports, while others may temporarily or for the long-term receive services in more specialized settings, such as alternative programs, therapeutic schools, or residential placements. A child’s placement is not one-size-fits-all. It’s based on their individual academic, social, and emotional needs — and schools are required to choose the least restrictive environment where your child can still make meaningful progress.
Many factors can affect placement decisions, including identification of emotional and behavioral needs, whether a child has overlapping disabilities, and broader issues like disproportionality in identification. Placements can also change over time if a child’s needs change, such as when behavior or academic challenges increase or improve.
For more information, see our full article Top IEP Services and Supports for Emotional Disability (ED).
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