For a student with physical or health disabilities to qualify for special education services, the student's disability must
A) Be diagnosed by a physician who provides written documentation to the school system
B) Adversely affect the student's motor functioning
C) Be evident prior to the age of 3 years
D) Interfere with his or her educational performance

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In order for a student with physical or health disabilities to qualify for special education services, their disability must interfere with their educational performance. This means that their disability is impacting their ability to learn and participate in the classroom setting. A diagnosis from a physician may be helpful in determining the student's eligibility, but it is not the only factor considered. Additionally, there is no requirement that the disability be evident prior to the age of 3 years or that it must adversely affect a student's motor functioning.

For a Student with Physical or Health Disabilities to Qualify