A full and individual evaluation (FIE) is comprehensive and gathers information from multiple sources regarding the student. The reason for referral begins the FIE. Following reason for referral, evaluation procedures are explained. The FIE includes health screenings, vision/hearing screenings, social and emotional status, general intelligence, academic performance, communicative status (including LEP information and LPAC recommendations), adaptive behavior, and motor abilities (occupational and/or physical therapy). Observations from teachers, case managers, parents and others included in the education of the student are included. Information from parents and teachers are included and considered in the evaluation process. Recommendations for instruction are collaborated and written into an FIE. Technology needs, assurances, eligibility statements, disability statements and disability reports also comprise the FIE.

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To view an example of an FIE I have completed, click below. 

 

 

 

The reason for evaluation in this example was to fulfill requirements for a graduate level course. However, this FIE follows the format of a professional report that can be seen at an ARD meeting. The background information and health evaluations were considered and included. Home language was reviewed and information recorded. At the time of the report, the student's academic reports were available for viewing, but not released for publishing. It was determined that there was no need for assistive technology for the student to access the general education curriculum. Social/Behavioral evaluation revealed a well-adjusted second grader with appropriate relationships. Behavioral observations during testing was documented. Adaptive behavior was determined to not be a concern. In this example, I used the Woodcock Johnson IV (WJ-IV) Tests of Cognitive Abilities and the Kaufman Test of Educational Achievement, Third Edition (KTEA-3) to assess a second grade student. Though this student did not qualify for special education services, as you read through the evaluation you will notice she had some low scores on her assessments. Her lower scores did not seem to affect her abilities in the classroom. Parents and teachers did not report any concerns with learning. It was noted to keep this child on watch in case she begins to struggle with learning some time in the future. It was also noted in her observation that she was tired and had reported a headache after the end of testing. An evaluation summary was provided as well as recommendations for her general education teacher in the areas she struggled with during assessment. At the end of the FIE, it is to be noted that assurances for parents are included in the report.