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SDI
Specially Designed Instruction
What it actually means for your child.
Legal Definition
SDI is instruction that has been adapted in content, methodology, or delivery to address the unique needs resulting from a child's disability. It is what distinguishes an IEP from a 504 Plan—SDI means someone is teaching your child differently, not just changing the environment.
Why You Must Care
SDI is the core service that makes an IEP an IEP. Without it, your child is just getting accommodations, which may not be enough to make meaningful progress.
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