Contracts not prohibited

Checkout our iOS App for a better way to browser and research.

  • (a) Nothing in this chapter shall be construed to prevent the Department of Education from making arrangements with, and/or payments to, public and private schools, institutions and agencies, for services to children with disabilities where it is unable to provide satisfactory service with its own facilities and personnel, and the facilities and personnel of schools administered and operated by the Department of Education.

  • (b) Any such agreement, contract, or arrangement for providing educational, corrective, or supporting services for children with disabilities shall contain the following provisions and comply with all other provisions required by law:

    • (1) a precise identification of the parties to the agreement, contract, or arrangement;

    • (2) an enumeration or other precise delineation of the services to be provided;

    • (3) provisions relating to the performance of inspections and examinations and the making of reports and evaluations;

    • (4) provisions defining the relationships between the private schools, institutions or agencies and the Department of Education in regard to the responsibilities for regular education, special education, and related services for children with disabilities;

    • (5) provisions for amendment, renewal, withdrawal from or termination of the agreement, contract, or arrangement; and

    • (6) any other necessary or appropriate provisions.


Download our app to see the most-to-date content.