Each system must include policies and procedures to ensure, consistent with rule 281-120.13 ( 34CFR303) (early intervention services), rule 281-120.26 ( 34CFR303) (natural environments), and subrule 120.344(4) (content of an IFSP), that early intervention services for infants and toddlers with disabilities are provided:
1. To the maximum extent appropriate, in natural environments; and2. In settings other than the natural environment that are most appropriate, as determined by the parent and the IFSP team, only when early intervention services cannot be achieved satisfactorily in a natural environment.Iowa Admin. Code r. 281-120.126
ARC 0100C, IAB 4/18/12, effective 5/23/12Adopted by IAB April 17, 2024/Volume XLVI, Number 21, effective 5/22/2024