Guidance for Implementing WI Criteria for Specific Learning Disability

Frequently Asked Questions about Making SLD Eligibility Decisions

This document is part of the department’s guidance on implementing Wisconsin SLD criteria. It provides answers to frequently asked questions regarding the criteria set forth in Wisconsin’s SLD rule, PI 11.36 (6) and applicable definitions at PI 11.02.

Resources for Parentally Placed and Home School Children

Determining if a Student has a Specific Learning Disability when Conducting Comprehensive Special Education Evaluations for Students Attending Private School or Home-Based Private Education Programs

ER-2C Required Documentation for Specific Learning Disability - Initial Evaluation Using Significant Discrepancy

Specific Learning Disability Regression Table

Specific Learning Disability Significant Discrepancy Charting Program

• Specific Learning Disability Significant Discrepancy Charting Program
• Specific Learning Disability Significant Discrepancy Calculation for Use in Implementing Wisconsin PI 11.36(6)(b)(2) for achievement tests with a mean of 10 and standard deviation of 3
• Specific Learning Disability Significant Discrepancy Calculation for Use in Implementing Wisconsin PI 11.36(6)(b)(2) for achievement tests with a mean of 100 and a standard deviation of 15
• Significant Discrepancy--Background Paper