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This bill amends the School Code to better support "twice-exceptional students," which are defined as students who show potential for high achievement and are gifted, talented, or accelerated, would benefit from advanced academic programs, and also have a disability requiring an individualized education program (IEP) or a Section 504 plan. The bill changes references from "children" to "students" and mandates that when developing an IEP or Section 504 plan for a twice-exceptional student, their advanced abilities must be recognized and addressed alongside services and support for their disabilities, ensuring these advanced needs are reflected in their individualized services, goals, accommodations, and objectives. It also outlines potential services, goals, accommodations, and best practices for identifying and meeting the educational needs of these students, such as individualizing services, providing appropriate challenges, focusing on strengths, and using flexible grouping and assessment methods.

Education

https://www.ilga.gov/Legislation/BillStatus?DocNum=3533&GAID=18&DocTypeID=SB&SessionID=114&GA=104