[NOBE-L] Assessment of English learner for initial IEP

[Nikki Palm]

Mercedes,
I just seen your answer to this thread. Would it be possible for us to chat off line? I have a few questions regarding your profession.
Nikki Palm

> On Feb 23, 2024, at 8:43 AM, Mercedes Zapata via NOBE-L <nobe-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
> 
> Dear Shai,
> I’m a blind school psychologist, but I do not work with the blind population. I emailed a colleague who specializes in that type of assessment. She’s on maternity leave but could reply briefly that you may need a bilingual assessor who can administer verbal tests from Spanish language batteries.
> 
> Best of luck,
> Mercedes
> 
>> On Feb 22, 2024, at 10:19 PM, Shai Wolman via NOBE-L <nobe-l at nfbnet.org> wrote:
>> 
>> Hello all,
>> Posting this question on behalf of a colleague:
>> 
>> I have a student who is totally blind and in the 4th grade. They just
>> came from Mexico and can't communicate in English. They are unable to
>> read braille (only identified 14 letters). We are assessing them now
>> for an initial IEP. The Ed Specialist is unsure how to evaluate them
>> and I'm not sure how to guide her. Would he just be evaluated
>> auditorily with the Woodcock Johnson or what would be best for her to
>> use? Any guidance would be appreciated.
>> 
>> --
>> Thanks
>> Shai Wolman MA
>> Teacher of Students with Visual Impairment
>> San Diego Unified School District
>> (619)919-3966
>> swolman818 at gmail.com
>> 
>> Mr. Shai Wolman MA
>> Teacher of Students with Visual Impairment
>> JAWS certified 2019
>> San Diego Unified  School District (619)919-3966
>> swolman818 at gmail.com
>> 
>> 
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