Consistent with state law, when a child with a disability reaches the age of majority that applies to all children, except for an eligible child who has been determined to be incompetent, the following shall occur:
If a state transfers rights under this section, the school district shall notify the individual and the parents of the transfer of rights. If, consistent with state law, an eligible child is determined not to have the ability to provide informed consent with respect to the educational program of the child, the school district shall appoint the parent or, if the parent is not available, another appropriate individual to represent the educational interests of the child throughout the childs eligibility under this article.
S.D. Admin. R. 24:05:30:16.01
General Authority: SDCL 13-37-1.1.
Law Implemented: SDCL 13-37-1.1.