Sample Letter Requesting Special Education Assessment - Disability Rights Texas

This is a sample letter a parent or guardian can use to write to a school principal. The letter asks the school to test a child to see if they might have a disability and need special education services.

The court describes it as: Adapt the wording in this letter to request a Special Education Assessment for your child.

Common questions

Who should send this letter?

This letter is written from a parent or guardian to the school principal.

What does the letter ask for?

It asks the school to assess the child for special education under IDEA and whether the child has a disabling condition under Section 504.

What does the letter mention about timelines?

The letter mentions expected response times, such as receiving a response within 15 school days of the school receiving the request.

Revision history

No changes recorded since we started tracking this form on October 9, 2026.

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