Section 281.41.903. Contractual agreements.

       41.903(1) General. Any special education instructional program not provided directly by an LEA or any special education support service not provided by an AEA can only be provided through a contractual agreement. The board shall approve contractual agreements for AEA-operated special education instructional programs and contractual agreements permitting special education support services to be provided by agencies other than the AEA.

       41.903(2) Specific requirements. Each agency contracting with other agencies to provide special education and related services for individuals or groups of individuals shall maintain responsibility for individuals receiving such special education and related services by:

        a.           Ensuring that all the requirements related to the development of each eligible individual’s IEP are met.

        b.           Requiring and reviewing periodic progress reports to ensure the adequacy and appropriateness of the special education and related services provided.

        c.           Conditioning payments on delivery of special education and related services in accordance with the eligible individual’s IEP and in compliance with these rules.