NC Education Code · Regulation
Title 16 — root / Chapter 06 — 16 NCAC 06H .0108
Plain English summary
This regulation requires Local Education Agencies (LEAs) to appoint surrogate parents for children with disabilities in accordance with federal special education regulations. It establishes the obligation for LEAs to ensure children with disabilities have appropriate representation when a parent is not available. The rule has been in effect since 1986 with amendments through 1999.
Key requirements
- LEAs shall appoint surrogate parents for children with disabilities as provided in 34 C.F.R. 300.515
Affected parties
- Local Education Agencies (LEAs)
- children with disabilities
- surrogate parents