Glossary of Terms
| Delay |
Development which does not occur within expected time ranges. |
| Developmental Delay |
A delay in the usual steps of growth and development for children from birth through 18 years old. |
| Disability |
The result of a physical or mental condition that prevents an individual from developing, achieving or functioning within a normal range. |
| Dispute process |
Procedure to resolve disputes between parents and schools. |
| Due process hearing |
A formal procedure to resolve a dispute between parents and the school system about identification, evaluation or educational placement/program of a child. |