Frequently Used Acronyms in Special Education
MM - mild moderate
S/P - severe/profound
VI - visually impaired
HI - hearing impaired
ADD - attention deficit disorder
ADHD - attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
LD - learning disabilities
MR - mentally retarded
IDEA - Individuals with Disabilities Education
Act
FAPE - free and appropriate public education
LRE - least restrictive environment
FBA - functional behavior assessment
CBA - curriculum based assessment
IFSP - individualized family services plan
ESYP - extended school year plan
PARA - paraprofessional
PT - physical therapist
OT - occupational therapist
SLHS - speech, language, hearing specialist
APE - adaptive physical education
OCR - office of civil rights
PI - Paraprofessional/interpreter
IQ - intelligence quotient
SBLC - school building level committee
GED - general education development program - HS
equivalency diploma
IEP - individualized education program
ITP - individualized transition program
IAES - interim alternative educational setting
AES - alternative educational setting
PAP - pupil appraisal personnel
MA - mental age
CA - chronological age
LDE - La. Dept. of Education
SEA - state education agency
LEA - local education agency
EBD - emotional behavior disorder
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