NC 1500-2.17 Free Appropriate Public Education

Plain English summary

This regulation defines Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) as special education and related services provided at public expense, meeting State Education Agency standards and IDEA requirements, and delivered in conformity with an individualized education program (IEP). The definition establishes four core criteria that must be met for services to qualify as FAPE, including compliance with specific IEP requirements outlined in NC 1503-4 and NC 1503-5.1.

Key requirements

• Are provided at public expense, under public supervision and direction, and without charge
• Meet the standards of the SEA, including the requirements of IDEA
• Include an appropriate preschool, elementary school, or secondary school education
• Are provided in conformity with an individualized education program (IEP) that meets the requirements of NC 1503-4 and NC 1503-5.1

Affected parties

• Students with disabilities
• Parents and guardians of students with disabilities
• Local Education Agencies (LEAs)
• State Education Agency (SEA)
• Special education administrators
• IEP team members

Official source

https://www.dpi.nc.gov/documents/publications/catalog/ec144-policies-governing-services/open#page=14