Other Health Impaired and Orthopedically Impaired

Eligibility

The current eligibility criteria for other health impairment under state law is found at PI 11.36 (10), Wis. Admin. Code. Also see the note at the end of the section.

The current eligibility criteria for orthopedically impaired under state law is found at PI 11.36 (2), Wis. Admin. Code.

If a student is found to have an impairment, the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team must also determine whether the student has a need for special education.

• Other Health Impairment Eligibility Checklist

Programming

If a child has been evaluated and found to meet the eligibility criteria for OHI or OI and needs special education and related services, an IEP is developed based on the individual needs of a particular student. The placement for the child is developed to implement the IEP in the least restrictive environment.

Children with OHI or OI frequently present unique challenges to teachers and support staff responsible for meeting the child's educational needs. The following websites can provide more information on specific clinical diagnoses which a child with a disability in the area of OHI or OI may have.

Resources

• Incidence of OHI in Wisconsin Schools (1997-2006)
• Accessibility Checklist for Students with Disabilities - (3/16/05)
• Incidence of OI in Wisconsin Schools (1997-2006)

Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) Resources

• Identifying and Treating ADHD: A Resource for School and Home
• Teaching Children with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder: Instructional Strategies and Practices
• Children and Adults with Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD)

Other Resources

• National Institute of Mental Health
• FamilyVillage

For questions about this information, contact Judy K. O'Kane (608) 267-3748

Last updated on 6/9/2008 2:27:55 PM