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Education Children whose development is affected by fragile X syndrome are eligible for special education services. The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), a federal law, mandates a free, appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment (that is, as much as possible with non-disabled children) for all children with special needs.
Intervention varies, based upon the child's age and individual needs. Settings range from home-based programs for infants to a variety of school based classrooms. Every child eligible for special education has his or her own Individualized Family Service Plan (IFSP), for younger children, or Individualized Educational Plan (IEP), for school age children. There are some particular areas that should be addressed in planning for the education of a child with fragile X syndrome. The development of cognitive, speech and language, behavioral, sensory-motor, and academic areas can be addressed in developing the educational plan for a child affected by fragile X. Birth-Three: Early Intervention for Infants and Toddlers with Fragile X Early Childhood/Preschool Services for Children with Fragile X Elementary School Aged Children with Fragile X High School and the Transition to Adulthood for Adolescents with Fragile X Lesson Planning Guide for Students with Fragile X Syndrome - A Practical Approach for the Classroom Homeschooling Your Child with Fragile X Syndrome
Resources on Education Gail Harris-Schmidt, Ph.D., CCC-SLP
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IDEA requires a multidisciplinary evaluation for any child who may be eligible
for special education services. This means that a variety of professionals and the parents of the child assess the child's strengths and needs and determine appropriate intervention.
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