14 Del. Admin. Code § 903-3.0

Current through Register Vol. 28, No. 5, November 1, 2024

Section 903-3.0 - Best Interest Meeting Timeline

3.1 A Best Interest Meeting must occur within five school days based on the School of Origin's school instructional calendar or seven business days in the event of the summer recess:

3.1.1 When a student is placed into foster care;

3.1.2 When there is a change in foster care placement; or

3.1.3 When the student leaves the custody of DSCYF.

3.2 If it is determined a Best Interest Meeting under subsection 3.1 cannot occur within the specified time, documentation identifying the reason for the meeting delay shall be provided to the State Coordinator within ten working days. This information shall be provided annually to the chief school officer of the local school district or charter school.

3.3 If subsection 3.1 is not applicable, a Best Interest Meeting shall be held at least once a year, preferably within the last two months of the school calendar.

14 Del. Admin. Code § 903-3.0

26 DE Reg. 98 (8/1/2022) (Final)