Ms. Astin received a file for a new student. In the file the student is labeled as having autism, but Ms. Astin has spent several days with the student, and many of the serious social skill deficits one might expect from a student with autism have not been evident. Whose responsibility is it to determine if the student qualifies for services under the educational classification of autism, under another category, or if the student qualifies for services under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act?
A) The parents of the student social interactions
B) Ms. Austin
C) The multidisciplinary team
D) A medical professional

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It is the responsibility of the multidisciplinary team, which includes professionals such as a school psychologist, speech therapist, and special education teacher, to determine if the student qualifies for services under a specific educational classification, such as autism, or under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. They will need to conduct assessments and evaluations to determine the student's needs and eligibility for services. Ms. Astin can provide input and observations, but the final determination should be made by the multidisciplinary team.

Ms Astin Received a File for a New Student