Which term focuses on determining the resources, services and supports needed to access the general education curriculum?

• A. Assessment
• B. Eligibility
• C. Referral
• D. Pre-Referral

Answer: (B)

Focus on what the student needs to access the general education curriculum is addressed through assessment. This process gathers data on the student's academic and functional abilities, identify gaps, and determine what resources, services, or supports will help the student participate meaningfully with peers. Examples include deciding on accommodations (like extra time or preferential seating), assistive technology, or related services (such as speech-language therapy or occupational therapy) that are needed to access and progress in the curriculum. Referral is simply the step that asks for evaluation, pre-referral involves initial strategies tried in general education before formal evaluation, and eligibility is the determination of whether the student qualifies for special education services. Thus, the assessment category best matches the focus on identifying what supports are required to access the curriculum.