Site Review - Sonoma County SELPA

NONPUBLIC SCHOOL ON-SITE REVIEW (OSR) REPORT 

California Department of Education, Special Education Division 

Interagency-Nonpublic Schools/Agencies Unit 

1430 N Street, Suite 2401 

Sacramento, CA 95814 

916-327-0141 

2012-13 NONPUBLIC, NONSECTARIAN SCHOOL 

ON-SITE REVIEW REPORT 

School: 

Plumfield Academy 

CDS Code: 49-70938-7069768 County: Sonoma 

Physical 

Address: 

9360 Occidental Rd 

Sebastopol,CA 95472 

Administrator: 

Darcee Drakulich 

Email 

Address: 

Plumfield.academy@comcast.net 

Telephone: 707-824-1414 Fax: 707-824-1475 

Mailing Address: 

(If different) 

Type of Visit: Certification Complaint Follow-up 

Scheduled 

Unannounced 

Dates Visited: October 8-10, 2012 

Reviewer: Kathleen Halvorson Reviewer: Judy Reichle 

Reviewer: 

Reviewer: 

Approved Conditional Suspended Conditional Revoked Suspended Revoked Denied Denied 

Recommend NPS for 2012-13 Certification Follow-up Review? Yes No 

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Primary disabling conditions served by NPS: 

AUT Autism ID Intellectual Disability (Moderate to Severe) 

DB Deaf / Blind OHI Other Health Impaired 

DEAF Deaf OI Orthopedic Impairment 

ED Emotional Disturbance SLI Speech or Language Impairment 

HI Hearing Impaired SLD Specific Learning Disability 

MD Multiple Disabilities TBI Traumatic Brain Injury 

ID 

Intellectual Disability (Mild to 

Moderate) 

VI Visual Impairment 

EMD Established Medical Disability (ages 3-5 only) 

NPS Demographics 

Population Served: Male Female Coed 

Grade Levels Served: Birth – 3 yrs. Pre K K 1 st 2 nd 3 rd 4 th 5 th 

6 th 7 th 8 th 9 th 10 th 11 th 12 th Up to 22 yrs. 

Program Capacity: 36 # of Contracted Students: 26 

# of Certified Classrooms: 3 

Related Services Provided: 

Adapted Physical Education 

Assistive Technology Services 

Audiological Services 

Behavior Intervention Including Dev. & Planning 

Behavioral Intervention Implementation of BIPs 

Counseling and Guidance Services 

Early Education Programs for Children with 

Disabilities 

Educational Interpreter 

Health and Nursing Services 

Instruction in the Home or Hospital 

Language and Speech Development and Remediation 

Non-Medical Care and Room and Board 

Occupational Therapy Services 

Orientation and Mobility Instruction 

Parent Counseling and Training 

Physical Therapy Services 

Psychological Services (Other than assessment and IEP 

Development) 

Recreation Services 

Social Worker Services 

Specialized Driver Training Instruction 

Specialized Services for Low Incidence 

Specially Designed Vocational Educ. & Career Dev. 

Transcriber Services 

Vision Services 

Other: 

Other: 



Property Description 

Plumfield Academy is located on eight acres of well-landscaped land in rural Sonoma County. Four wooden yurts 

comprise the school. All buildings have large windows allowing students opportunity to observe wildlife. The 

classrooms are organized by subject area and the students rotate to different rooms throughout the day. Laptop 

computers are available in all classrooms. School walls display student-work written about wildlife and student-made 

masks. Annual school pictures of students and staff wearing hand-made themed costumes while participating in local 

parades and musical shows are also displayed. The grounds include wooden walking paths, a bridge, boardwalks and 

a greenhouse all built by previous NPS students. There is a fruitful vegetable garden tended by students. Large open 

fields and biking and jogging paths allow the all-male student population room for exercise. 

NPS 

Pool Computer Lab Library Vocational Center 

Cafeteria Gym Recreation Center Other: 

Basketball courts/ bleachers 

with shade 

Other: Kitchen Other: Bike and hiking trail 

Commendations 

Plumfield Academy is commended for the following: 

A school atmosphere that is calm and supportive. A sense of community and good citizenship skills are developed 

and demonstrated by students through a variety of activities. Student artistic expressions, physical fitness and 

problem solving are emphasized. 

A unique focus on student self-evaluation. Students determine whether their “points” were earned at the end of each 

class. Consequences are immediate. They miss recess or work-out time and instead write reflections on their behavior 

and how time may be better spent. Lunch hour is a supervised time to work on sportsmanship and social skills 

training. Students who have earned level three status can eat with their peers outside, in the patio area. Students are 

also given the opportunity to engage in team sports where socialization skills are taught and encouraged. 

Students are given the opportunity for musical expression (drumming) and several theatrical and parade opportunites 

annually at local community and district-wide events. Trophies and awards for these activities are displayed in the 

music room. 

A school-wide focus towards real world application of classroom learning, post-secondary goals and students' future 

which can be seen in posted photographs of graduates in their current careers - US Navy sailors in uniforms, for 

example. 

Record keeping is comprehensive, organized and tabed in binders with detailed progress reports and present levels of 

performance clearly stated in IEPs and triennial assessments. 


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NONPUBLIC SCHOOL ON-SITE REVIEW REPORT 

Observations and Recommendations 

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Master Contracts Reviewed 

Current? 

Current? 

Local Education Agency (LEA) Y N Local Education Agency (LEA) Y N 

Davis Joint USD 

Sonoma County Office of Education 



IEPs Reviewed 

LEA # LEA # 

Cotati-Rohnert Park USD 1 

Bennett Valley USD 1 

Davis USD 1 

Petaluma Joint Union High School 1 

Sonoma County Office of Education (SCOE) 2 

Prepared By: 

Judy Reichle 

Signature: 

JUDY REICHLE 

Date of 

Report: 

December 7, 2012 

Item #1 

Evaluation Criteria – Items #1 through #53 

ADMINISTRATION 

The nonpublic school (NPS) is open for instruction in accordance with grade level and contractual requirements. 

EC 41420; EC 46111—46115; EC 46117; EC 46118(a); EC 46141—46142; EC 46146; EC 46200.5 ; EC 46201.1(d); 

EC 46201.2 ; EC46307 

Evidence Reviewed: 

School calendar 

Daily class schedule 

Master Contract(s) 

Individual Services Agreements (ISAs) 

IEPs 

Program observation 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 

School principal 

Local educational agency (LEA) staff 

Other: 

Findings: 

176 days of instruction in the regular school year; 19 days of instruction in the extended school 

year 

Conclusion: Compliant Noncompliant Not Applicable Cleared. No further action required. 

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Item #2 



There are current Master Contracts between the NPS and LEAs. (Joint responsibility of the NPS and the LEA.) EC 56365(a); 

EC 56366; EC 56366(a)(2)(B);5 CCR 3062 



Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 


Item #3 


There is an ISA for each student served by the NPS. (Joint responsibility of the NPS and the LEA.) EC 56366(2)(A) 


ISAs 

List of all students currently enrolled 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 




Item #4 


There are appropriate procedures for reporting attendance, which are implemented. EC 56366(a)(7) 


Attendance reporting procedures 

Other: 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 


Item #5 


Attendance is kept in a register and absences are clearly indicated. EC 44809; EC 48222 


Attendance Register 


Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 



Item #6 



The NPS shall report attendance of pupils receiving special education and designated instruction and services for purposes of 

submitting a warrant for tuition to each contracting LEA. EC 56366(a)(7); EC 56366.5 


Attendance register 

Billing records / invoices 

IEPs 


ISAs 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 

May 2012 and September 2012 billing records were reviewed. 


Item #7 


Current Master Contracts between the NPS and each contracting LEA include all provisions pursuant to EC 56366. (A joint 

responsibility of the NPS and the LEA.) EC 56366(a)(1-7); 5 CCR 3062 



ISAs 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 



Item #8 



There is documentation that the NPS has provided a copy of its sexual harassment policy to all new students, each faculty 

member, all members of the administrative staff, and all members of the support staff. A copy of the educational institution’s 

written policy regarding sexual harassment must be displayed in a prominent location in the main administrative building or 

other areas of the campus or school site. EC 212.5; EC 231.5 


Sexual harassment policy 

New employee handbook 

Student files / Signed forms 

Posters 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Other: 

Findings: 


Item #9 


As required by the Master Contract, the NPS has procedures for record keeping and documentation, and maintenance of 

school records. EC 56366(a)(1) 


Record keeping procedures 


Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 




Item #10 

INSTRUCTION AND CURRICULUM 

The NPS has prepared a school accountability report card (SARC). EC 33126; EC 56366(a)(9) 


SARC 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 


Item #11 


The NPS offers/provides students with access to the following educational materials: 

(1) For kindergarten and grades 1 to 8, inclusive, state-adopted standards-based core curriculum and instructional 

materials; and (2) For grades 9 to 12, inclusive, standards-based core curriculum and instructional materials used by any 

LEA that contract with the NPS. EC 33190(f)(2); EC 51014; EC 51210; EC 51220; EC 56366.10(b)(1)(A)(B) 


NPS curriculum 

NPS Instructional Materials Survey 

Classroom observations 

Other 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 

At the time of the review, NPS was lacking 7th and 8th grade Science textbooks, as well as 

Geometry, World Geography, Civics, Economics, Sociology, World History, Biology, Earth 

Science and Physical Science textbooks in the upper grade levels. However, prior to this report 

being issued, evidence of purchase of these texbooks in sufficient number was provided. 



Item #12 



The NPS’s written course of study meets or exceeds proficiency standards for graduation as required by the governing board 

of the high school district or equivalent thereof. EC 51412 


IEPs 

Course of study 

Dist. proficiency standards for graduation 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Other 

Findings: 


Item #13 


The NPS has written procedures to ensure that pupils receive the appropriate high school graduation credits they have earned. EC 

56366(a)(1) 


Student files 

Progress reports / Report cards 

Transcripts: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Other 

Findings: 

Conclusion: Compliant Noncompliant Not Applicable Cleared. No further action required 


Item #14 



Services are provided to the student based upon goals and objectives written in the individualized education program (IEP). 

EC 56043(i) 


IEPs 

Student portfolios 

Progress notes/logs 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Lesson plans 

Billing statements 

Other 

Findings: 


Item #15 


There are procedures in place for measuring progress of the pupil toward meeting annual goals as required by the IEP. 

34 CFR 300.320(a)(3); EC 56345(a)(3) 


Procedures for measuring progress 

Progress reports / /Report cards 

IEPs 

Other 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 



Item #16 



The NPS offers/provides career preparation and vocational training consistent with transition plans and law to the extent that 

they are consistent with each pupil’s IEP. EC 56366.10(b)(4) 


IEPs 

Course of study – Career / Voc. Training 

Resource materials and handbooks 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

WorkAbility Program 

Other 

Vocational class 

Findings: 


Item #17 

STUDENT RECORDS 

There are procedures in place for reporting to the LEA on a quarterly or trimester basis the progress demonstrated by a pupil 

residing in a licensed children’s institution (LCI) or a foster family home. EC 56157(d) 


Procedures for reporting progress to LEAs 

Progress reports 

Interview: 

Other: 


IEPs 

Other: 

Findings: 



Item #18 


There is a current listing of names and positions of employees who have routine access to confidential records. 

34 CFR 300.623(d) 



List of staff who have access to records 

Other 

Interview: 

School staff 

Other: 

Findings: 


Item #19 


Records of access are maintained for individual files, which include name of party, date, and purpose of access. 

34 CFR 300.614; EC 49064 


Record Access Form in each student file 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 



Item #20 


Each special education teacher holds an appropriate CTC credential authorizing service for the student population. 

34 CFR 300.18; EC 44265.1; EC 56366.1(n)(1); 5 CCR 3064 

PERSONNEL 


Credentials 

Staff list 

CTC Credential Authorization Grid 

Other 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 


Item #21 

PERSONNEL 

There are appropriately credentialed/licensed personnel employed to provide related services as specified by the IEP, Master 

Contract, ISA, and law. EC 56366.1(n)(1); 5 CCR 3065 


Staff list 

Credentials / Licenses 

IEPs 

Other 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 



Item #22 


PERSONNEL 

There are appropriate instructional adult-to-child ratios for preschool children with exceptional needs between the ages of three 

and five. EC 56441.5 



Staff list 

Classroom observation 

Other 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 


Item #23 

PERSONNEL 

An employer shall not employ a person until the Department of Justice (DOJ) completes its check of state and federal criminal 

history files as set forth in EC 44237. EC 44237 


Staff list 

Criminal background clearance 

ATI Number 

Other 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 

Custodian of Record (CoR) is Cheryl Koch. 



Item #24 


PERSONNEL 

All personnel have signed a statement acknowledging their understanding of the reporting requirements in cases of observed 

or suspected child abuse. Penal Code 11165.7; 11166; 11166.5 


Signed assurance statement 

Staff handbook 

Personnel records 

Other 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Training sign-in sheets 

Findings: 


Item #25 

PERSONNEL 

There is documentation that the NPS has notified the Superintendent (CDE) and contracting LEAs in writing within 45 days of 

any credentials/licensed personnel changes. 5 CCR 3062(h) 



Email or letter to CDE and LEAs 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 




Item #26 

PERSONNEL 

The NPS has qualified and trained staff to administer statewide testing under the STAR program, which will measure academic 

performance. EC 56366(a)(8)(B); EC 60640 


List of trained and qualified staff 

Documentation of training 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 

Alexa Peake was trained to adminster STAR testing April 2012. 


Item #27 

RIGHTS AND PROTECTIONS 

Parents are apprised in writing of pupil progress, as specified in the IEP, Master Contract, and ISA. 34 CFR 300.320(a)(3); 

EC 56345(a)(3) 


IEPS 


ISAs 

Progress reports / Report cards 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 



Item #28 



The NPS implements its policies and procedures for Positive Behavioral Intervention, including prohibitions and emergency 

interventions. EC 56520; EC 56523; 5 CCR 3052 


IEPS 

Behavioral Intervention Plan (BIP) 

Behavioral Support Plan (BSP) 

Behavioral Emergency Reports 

Proof of staff training, as required 

Procedures for implementing BIP regs. 

Observation 

Other: 

School-wide behavioral support system 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 


Item #29 


An NPS shall ensure private and confidential communication between a pupil and any member of the IEP team, at the pupil’s 

discretion. EC 56366.12 


Signed statements 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 



Item #30 


SUSPENSION/EXPULSION 

The site principal of the NPS is aware of their responsibilities and duties with respect to the suspension of pupils. 

EC 48911; EC 48911.5 



Other: 

School policy 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 


Item #31 

There is documentation that the school has a fire drill: 

Not less than once every calendar month at the elementary level. 

At least four times every year at the intermediate level. 

Not less than twice yearly at the secondary level. EC 32001 

HEALTH AND SAFETY 


Fire drill log or documentation 

Monthly: 

Quarterly: 

Bi-Annually: 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 




Item #32 


First aid kits are available as appropriate. EC 32040; EC 32041 


Classrooms 

Office 

Nurse’s station 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Kitchen 

Transportation vehicles 

Other: 

Findings: 


Item #33 


If the NPS provides transportation, there is documentation that each student has received instructions in vehicle emergency 

procedures and passenger safety. EC 39831.3; EC 39831.5 


Vehicle emergency / Passenger safety proc. 

Signed forms 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 



Item #34 



Personnel shall have a current TB clearance every four years in accordance with the California Health and Safety Code. 

Health and Safety Code 121525–121555 


Staff list 

Valid TB Clearance 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 


The following items are the primary responsibility of the contracting local educational agencies (LEA). Per 

federal and state laws, the LEA and its IEP team are responsible for developing, monitoring, evaluating, and 

making revisions to services specified by each child’s IEP. These items will be examined to ensure that the 

LEA is in compliance with federal and state laws. 

Please Note: Noncompliant findings in items 35-53 may be subject to additional corrective actions as 

determined appropriate by the CDE Focused Monitoring and Technical Assistance (FMTA) Units. 

Item #35 

IEPs / STUDENT FILES 

Each student has a current IEP. EC 56001(e); EC 56345; EC 56346 


IEPs 

Other: 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 



Item #36 



Each individual is reassessed at least every three years to determine eligibility, or more frequently when requested by the 

parent or teacher. 34 CFR 300.303(b)(2); EC 56320; EC 56320.1; EC 56381(a); EC 56381(b)(2)(A) 


Student records 

Triennial psycho-educational assessment 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 

There was no evidence of a current triennial assessment for Joe W. - Cotati Rohnert Park 

USD. 


Item #37 


Assessments are conducted by persons knowledgeable in the area of suspected disability. 34 CFR 300.304(c)(iv); 

EC 56320; EC 56320(g) 



Job title of the assessor 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 



Item #38 



The assessment process ensures that no single procedure is the sole criterion for determining the appropriate educational 

program. 34 CFR 300.304(b)(2); EC 56320(e) 



Psycho-educational assessments in various areas 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 


Item #39 


All students being assessed for initial and three-year review for special education services have a vision and hearing screening 

unless parental permission was denied. 34 CFR 300.304(c)(4); 5 CCR 3027 



IEPs 

Assessment Report (psycho-educational) 

Parent correspondence 

Medical records 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 

There was no evidence of a current vision and hearing screening for Joe W. - Cotati Rohnert 

Park USD. 



Item #40 



The completed IEP shows a direct relationship between the present levels of performance, the goals, including academic and 

functional goals, and the specific educational services to be provided. 34 CFR 300.320(a)(1); EC 56345(a)(1–2); 

5 CCR 3040(c) 


IEPs 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 


Item #41 


Parents or guardians shall be notified of the IEP meeting early enough to ensure an opportunity to attend. 34 CFR 300.322; 

EC 56341.5(b) 



Letter or email messages 

IEP signature page 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 



Item #42 



A meeting is held at least annually for the purpose of reviewing/revising the IEP, student’s progress, and/or assessment 

results, if requested by the parents or if the results so indicate. 34 CFR 300.324(b)(1)(i); EC 56343; EC 56381 


IEPs 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 


Item #43a 

The IEP contains the following required components: 


The present levels of the pupil’s educational performance. 34 CFR 300.320(a)(1); EC 56345(a)(1) 


IEPs 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 




Item #43b 


The annual measurable goals, including academic and functional goals. 34 CFR 300.320(a)(2)(i); EC 56345(a)(2) 


IEPs 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 


Item #43c 


A statement of how the pupil’s progress toward the annual goals will be measured. 34 CFR 300.320; EC 56345(a)(4) 


IEPs 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 




Item #43d 


A statement of the special education and related services and supplementary aids and services, to be provided to the pupil, or 

on behalf of the pupil, and a statement of the program modifications or supports for school personnel that will be provided to 

the pupil. 34 CFR 300.320(a)(4); EC 56345(a)(4) 


IEPs 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 


Item #43e 


An explanation of the extent, if any, to which the pupil will not participate with non-disabled pupils in regular classes and 

activities. 34 CFR 300.320(a)(5); EC 56345(a)(5) 


IEPs 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 

At the time of the review, there was no evidence of an explanation of the extent Laiken J. - 

SCOE will not participate with peers. 



Item #43f 



The individual accommodations in the administration of statewide assessments of pupil achievement in order for the pupil to 

participate in the assessment. 34 CFR 300.320(a)(6); EC 60640; EC 56345(a)(6) 


IEPs 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 


Item #43g 


The projected date for the beginning, anticipated frequency, location, and duration of the services and modifications included in 

the individualized education program. 34 CFR 300.320(a)(7); EC 56001(e); EC 56345(a)(7) 


IEPs 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 



Item #43h 



A statement of how the pupil’s parents or guardians will be regularly informed of their pupil’s progress (at least as often as the 

parents or guardians of non-disabled pupils). 34 CFR 300.320(a)(3); EC 56345(a)(3) 


IEPs 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 

At the time of the review, there was not evidence of declaration of how the parents of Luke 

B., Bennett Valley and Isiah T., SCOE are informed of their child's progress. However, prior 

to this report being issued evidence was provided for both students. 


If appropriate, the IEP shall also include, but is not limited to, all of the following: 

Item #44a 


For pupils in grades 7 to 12, inclusive, any alternative means and modes necessary for the pupil to complete the district’s 

prescribed course of study and to meet or exceed proficiency standards for graduation. 34 CFR 300.320(a)(6)(ii); 

EC 56345(b)(1) 


IEPs 


Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 



Item #44b 



For individuals whose primary language is other than English, linguistically appropriate goals, objectives, programs and 

services. 34 CFR 300.304(c)(ii); EC 56345(b)(2) 


IEPs 


Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 


Item #44c 


Provision for the transition into the regular classroom program in a public school in any part of the school day. 

34 CFR 300.320(a)(4)(iii); EC 56345(b)(4)(B); EC 56366(a)(2)(B)(ii) 


IEPs 


Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 

At the time of the review there was not evidence of the transition to less restrictive 

environment for Laiken J. - Petaluma USD. 



Item #44d 



For pupils with low incidence disabilities, specialized services, materials and equipment, consistent with guidelines established 

pursuant to EC 56136. EC 56026.5; EC 56345(b)(5) 


IEPs 

Low incidence materials & equipment materials 

(as required) 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 


Item #45 

IEPs / TRANSITION 

Students transitioning from preschool to kindergarten or to first grade are reassessed. EC 56445 


IEPs 


Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 




Beginning not later than the first IEP to be in effect when the pupil is 16 years of age, and updated annually 

thereafter, the following shall be included 

Item #46a 


Appropriate measurable postsecondary goals based upon age-appropriate transition assessments related to training, 

education, employment, and where appropriate independent living skills. 34 CFR 300.320(b)(1); EC 56345(a)(8)(A) 


IEPs 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 

At the time of the review, there was no evidence of a transition assessment for Laiken J. - 

Petaluma USD. 


Item #46b 


The transition services, as defined in Section 56345.1, including courses of study, needed to assist the pupil in reaching those 

goals. 34 CFR 300.320(b)(2); EC 56345(a)(8)(B); EC 56345.1 


IEPs 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 

At the time of the review, there was no evidence of any transition services planned for Laiken 

J. - Petaluma USD. 



Item #47 


IEPs / PARENTAL RIGHTS & SAFEGUARDS 

There is documentation that parents are given a copy of their rights and procedural safeguards consistent with provisions of 

the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and California Education Code. 34 CFR 300.504; EC 56041.5; 

EC 56301(d)(2) 


IEPs 


Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 

At the time of the review, neither Joe W. - Cotati Rohnert Park USD 

or Isiah T. - SCOE had evidence their parent was provided copy of their procedural 

safeguards. 


Item #48 


Beginning at least one year before the pupil reaches the age of 18, a statement that the pupil has been informed of his or her 

rights under IDEA. 34 CFR 300.320(c); 34 CFR 300.520; EC 56345(g) 


IEPs 


Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 




Item #49 


A surrogate parent has been appointed in accordance with federal and state law. 34 CFR 300.519; GC 7579.5; EC 56050 


IEPs 


Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 


Item #50 

IEPs / STUDENTS IN LCIs 

The LEA considered services in programs operated by public education agencies for individuals with exceptional needs 

residing in LCIs or foster family homes prior to placement in a NPS. EC 56157(a) 


IEPs 

Assessment Reports/materials related to 

placement 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 

At the time of the review, there was no evidence other public education programs were 

considered for Andrew L. - SCOE prior to his placement at Plumfield Academy. However, 

prior to issuance of this report, evidence was provided. 




Item #51 

IEPs / STUDENTS IN LCIs 

If an individual with exceptional needs residing in an LCI or foster family home is placed in an NPS, the LEA that made the 

placement shall conduct an annual evaluation, in accordance with federal law, as part of the IEP process, of whether the 

placement is the LRE that is appropriate to meet the pupil’s needs. EC 56157(c) 


IEPs 

Assessment Reports/materials related to 

placement 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 




Item #52 

Out of State Nonpublic Schools 

OUT OF STATE 

Before contracting with an NPS or a nonpublic agency (NPA) outside of the state, the LEA shall document its efforts to utilize 

public schools or to locate an appropriate NPS or NPA or both, within the state. EC 56365(e) 


IEPs 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 


Item #53 

OUT OF STATE 

If an LEA decides to place a pupil with an NPS or NPA outside of the state, that LEA shall indicate the anticipated date for the 

return of the pupil to an NPS or NPA placement, or a combination thereof, located in the state, and shall document efforts 

during the previous placement year to return the student. EC 56365(g) 


IEPs 

Other: 

Interview: 

School staff 


Other: 

Findings: 



REQUIRED CORRECTIVE ACTIONS (RCAs) 

Review 

Date: 

October 8-10, 2012 Location (City): Sebastopol, CA 

NPS: 


LEA: 

Cotati-Rohnert Park USD 

Item # Noncompliant Finding Required Corrective Action RCA Due 

RCA 

Cleared 

36. 

Accountable 

Party 

NPS 

LEA 

There was no evidence that Joe W. 

received a complete reassessment to 

determine his eligibility for special education 

services within the last three years. 

The Cotati-Rohnert Park USD shall complete 

and submit to the California Department of 

Education, Special Education Division, 

Nonpublic Schools and Agencies Unit (SED- 

CDE), a complete and current psychoeducational 

evaluation for Joe. W. 

Feb. 8, 

2013 

39. 

Accountable 

Party 

NPS 

LEA 

47. 

Accountable 

Party 

NPS 

LEA 

There was no evidence that Joe W. had a 

vision and hearing screening or that 

parental permission was denied for this 

screening within the last three years. 

There is no documentation that parents of 

Joe W. were given a copy of their rights and 

procedural safeguards consistent with 

provisions of the Individuals with Disabilities 

Education Act (IDEA) and California 

Education Code. 

The Cotati-Rohnert Park USD shall complete 

and submit to the SED-CDE, a current vision 

and hearing screening evaluation for Joe. W. 

Feb. 8, 

2013 

The Cotati-Rohnert Park USD shall submit to 

the SED-CDE, evidence they provided a copy 

of their rights and procedural safeguards to 

the parents of Joe. W. Feb. 8, 

2013 

Accountable 

Party 

NPS 

LEA 

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Date: 


NPS: 


LEA: 

Petaluma Joint Union High School District 


RCA 

Cleared 

43.e 

Accountable 

Party 

NPS 

LEA 

An explanation of the extent, if any, to 

which Laiken J. will not participate with nondisabled 

pupils in regular classes and 

activities was not given. 

Petaluma Joint Union High School District 

(PJUHSD) shall complete and submit to the 

California Department of Education, Special 

Education Division, Nonpublic Schools and 

Agencies Unit (SED-CDE), a complete and 

current psycho-educational evaluation for Joe. 

W. 

Feb. 8, 

2013 

44.c 

Accountable 

Party 

NPS 

LEA 

There was no statement regarding Laiken 

J.’s possible transition into the regular 

classroom program in a public school in any 

part of the school day. 

PJUHSD shall submit to the SED-CDE 

evidence of a statement regarding his 

readiness for transition to a regular classroom 

program for any part of the school day. Feb. 8, 

2013 

46.a 

Accountable 

Party 

NPS 

LEA 

Although Laiken J. is 15 years old, he will 

turn age 16 before the next annual IEP and 

therefore appropriate measurable 

postsecondary goals based upon ageappropriate 

transition assessments related 

to training, education, employment, and 

where appropriate independent living skills 

should be in the IEP in effect when he turns 

age 16. 

Prior to his 16 th birthday, PJUGHSD shall 

submit to the SED-CDE evidence of Laiken 

J.’s postsecondary goals based upon ageappropriate 

transition assessments related to 

training, education, employment, and where 

appropriate independent living skills. 

Jan. 9, 

2013 

46.b 

Accountable 

Party 

NPS 

LEA 

Additionally, there were no transition 

services, as defined in Section 56345.1, 

including courses of study, to assist Laiken 

J. in reaching his postsecondary goals. 

Prior to his 16 th birthday, PJUGHSD shall 

submit to the SED-CDE evidence of planned 

transition services to help Laiken J. reach his 

goals in training, education, employment, and 

where appropriate independent living skills. 

Jan. 9, 

2013 

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Date: 


NPS: 


LEA: 

Sonoma County Office of Education 


RCA 

Cleared 

47. 

Accountable 

Party 

NPS 

LEA 

There is no documentation that parents of 

Isiah T. were given a copy of their rights 

and procedural safeguards consistent with 

provisions of the Individuals with Disabilities 

Education Act (IDEA) and California 

Education Code. 

Sonoma County Office of Education shall 

complete and submit to the California 

Department of Education, Special Education 

Division, Nonpublic Schools and Agencies 

Unit (SED-CDE), evidence that the parents of 

Isiah T. were given a copy of their procedural 

safeguards. 

Feb. 8, 

2013 

Accountable 

Party 

NPS 

LEA 

Accountable 

Party 

NPS 

LEA 

Accountable 

Party 

NPS 

LEA 

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