Who must receive the PWN?

Who must receive the PWN?

• A. Parents
• B. Students
• C. School Administrators
• D. The General Public

Answer: (A)

Prior Written Notice is the document schools must send to parents whenever they propose or refuse to initiate or change identification, evaluation, or educational placement for a student. It explains the action, the reasons with supporting data, and describes procedural safeguards and the parents’ rights. Because IDEA requires informing those responsible for the child’s education and enabling parental participation in decisions, the recipient is the parents (or guardians). This notice supports parents’ ability to understand options and pursue challenges or appeals if needed. It isn’t directed to students, school administrators generally, or the general public.

Prior Written Notice is the document schools must send to parents whenever they propose or refuse to initiate or change identification, evaluation, or educational placement for a student. It explains the action, the reasons with supporting data, and describes procedural safeguards and the parents’ rights. Because IDEA requires informing those responsible for the child’s education and enabling parental participation in decisions, the recipient is the parents (or guardians). This notice supports parents’ ability to understand options and pursue challenges or appeals if needed. It isn’t directed to students, school administrators generally, or the general public.