Developmental Delay

The section of IDEA that provides services for infants and toddlers (birth through age 2) with disabilities or developmental delays. Part C services are delivered through an Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP) and typically provided in the child's natural environment (home, daycare). At age 3, children may transition to Part B services.

A document that summarizes evaluation findings and determines whether a student qualifies for special education services under IDEA. The report must identify whether the student has a disability under one of the 13 IDEA categories and whether that disability adversely affects educational performance, requiring specially designed instruction. States use various names for this document including ETR (Ohio), FIE (Texas), and MET Report (Michigan).

The section of IDEA that governs special education services for children ages 3 through 21. Part B requires states to provide FAPE to all eligible children with disabilities through an IEP. When a child transitions from early intervention (Part C) at age 3, they move to Part B services if found eligible.