With whom do I provide a copy of the child's initial service plan at a minimum?

With whom do I provide a copy of the child's initial service plan at a minimum?

• A. The child
• B. The school district
• C. The foster parents
• D. The child (14 years or older), the child's parents, and the child's caregivers

Answer: (D)

The idea is to share the initial service plan with the people who will implement or live with it and who can participate in planning with the child. If the child is 14 years or older, they should receive a copy so they can be part of the decisions about their services. The child’s parents (or legal guardians) need a copy to stay informed and involved, and the child’s caregivers (such as foster parents or other caregivers) must have a copy so they can carry out the plan properly. Together, this ensures the plan is understood and followed by everyone directly responsible for the child’s care and the youth’s voice is included when age-appropriate. Providing it only to the child, or only to the district, or only to the foster parents would leave out one of the essential parties, hindering coordination and accountability.

The idea is to share the initial service plan with the people who will implement or live with it and who can participate in planning with the child. If the child is 14 years or older, they should receive a copy so they can be part of the decisions about their services. The child’s parents (or legal guardians) need a copy to stay informed and involved, and the child’s caregivers (such as foster parents or other caregivers) must have a copy so they can carry out the plan properly. Together, this ensures the plan is understood and followed by everyone directly responsible for the child’s care and the youth’s voice is included when age-appropriate. Providing it only to the child, or only to the district, or only to the foster parents would leave out one of the essential parties, hindering coordination and accountability.