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Disproportionate Representation Resources

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Disproportionate Representation Information

Disproportionate representation is the rate of racial and ethnic groups in special education and related services or in a specific disability category that is the result of inappropriate identification.

For more information about the related indicators and determinations elements, see Understanding the Part B Strand Report and Determinations.

Resources

General Resources

  • MI School Data Special Education Public Reporting – Select the indicator on the right and click Update Report
  • Disproportionate Representation FAQs
  • Evaluation Procedures Template (Word)
  • Michigan Student Database System (MSDS) Collection Details Manual 
  • Procedures for Calculation of ISD and Member District Disproportionate Representation by Race/Ethnicity in Special Education
  • Procedures for Calculation of LEA Disproportionate Representation by Race/Ethnicity in Special Education
  • Success Gaps Toolkit: Addressing Equity, Inclusion, and Opportunity | IDC – IDEA Data Center

Monitoring Resources

  • Identification – Interview Form (2021)
  • Identification – SRR (2022)
  • OSE Directed IEP Implementation Monitoring Manual for ISDs
  • SPP Monitoring Manual for ISDs (Last Updated 12/2022)

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