Accessibility & Equity
AIM is committed to ensuring that every student and family has equitable access to our programs, services, and information. We comply with all applicable federal and state nondiscrimination, accessibility, and education laws, including:
The Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973
The Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA)
Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
Title III of the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA)
Georgia laws and regulations regarding student access and services
To make these commitments clear, we have provided detailed information in the following sections:
Website Accessibility Statement. Our commitment to ADA/504 compliance and WCAG accessibility standards, with information on how to report barriers.
Services for Students with Disabilities. Information about IDEA, Section 504, and related services available to eligible students, along with parent rights.
English Learner Services and Parental Rights. Information about language assistance services, program options, and parental rights under federal and state law.
For additional questions, concerns, or requests for accommodations, please contact:
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Services For Students With Disabilities
AIM is committed to providing a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) to all students with disabilities, in compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA), Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), and all applicable Georgia laws and State Board of Education rules.
Child Find
In accordance with IDEA and Georgia law, AIM conducts Child Find activities to identify, locate, and evaluate students who may have a disability and need special education or related services.
Child Find applies to all children in the school community, including those who are homeless, highly mobile, migrant, wards of the state, or attending private schools.
Parents/guardians, teachers, or community members who suspect that a child may have a disability may request an evaluation at any time.
Evaluations are provided at no cost to families, and eligibility determinations are made following IDEA and Georgia Department of Education regulations.
For more information or to make a referral, please contact the school’s Special Education Director / Section 504 Coordinator (see below).
Special Education Services
Eligible students with disabilities receive services under an Individualized Education Program (IEP) designed to meet their unique needs.
The school provides a continuum of services to ensure that students are served in the least restrictive environment (LRE) appropriate to their needs.
Services may include specialized instruction, related services (such as speech therapy, occupational therapy, physical therapy, or counseling), accommodations, modifications, and supplementary aids and supports.
Parents/guardians are full partners in the IEP process and have rights to procedural safeguards. A copy of the Georgia Department of Education’s Parent Rights in Special Education is provided annually and available here.
Placement and services are determined through the IEP process in collaboration with parents/guardians.
Section 504 Services
Students with disabilities who do not qualify for special education under IDEA may be eligible for services and accommodations under Section 504.
Section 504 Plans ensure equal access to instruction and school activities through accommodations tailored to the student’s needs.
Accessibility & Non-Discrimination (ADA/504)
The school ensures accessibility of facilities, programs, technology, communications, and the school website for students, parents, and staff with disabilities.
Our website strives to meet recognized accessibility standards (such as WCAG) to ensure equal access to information for all users.
Discrimination on the basis of disability is strictly prohibited.
Parent & Student Rights
Parents/guardians of students with disabilities have the right to:
Participate in meetings related to their child’s identification, EVAluation, and placement.
Receive prior written notice before changes in services.
Access educational records and request amendments.
File a complaint or request mediation/due process hearing if disagreements arise regarding services.
Resources
GaDOE Division of Exceptional Children
Center for Parent Information & Resources
Parent Rights in Special Education (multi-lingual)
Questions or Requests
For more information about services for students with disabilities, to make a referral, or to request an evaluation, please contact:
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Complaints
Parents/guardians who believe the school has not complied with federal or state requirements may also file a complaint in accordance with the school’s Complaints, Grievances, and Whistleblower Policy or directly with the Georgia Department of Education, Special Education Division, or the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights.
Services For English Learners & Parental Rights
AIM is committed to providing equitable educational opportunities for all students, including those whose first language is not English. In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Every Student Succeeds Act (ESSA, Title III), and Georgia State Board of Education rules, the school ensures that English Learners (ELs) receive appropriate language instruction and support services to succeed academically and participate fully in school programs.
Identification and Placement
To make sure every child receives the right support, all families complete a Home Language Survey (HLS) at enrollment. This short form helps us understand what languages are spoken at home and whether your child may benefit from English Learner services. Completing the HLS does not affect admission or enrollment in any way - it is simply used to ensure appropriate academic support. Home Language Survey
Students are identified for potential EL services through the Home Language Survey (HLS) at enrollment.
If screening is needed, the school uses the appropriate version of the WIDA Screener — Kindergarten or Grades 1–12 — to determine eligibility. For students with significant cognitive disabilities who cannot participate in the standard screener, the school follows Georgia DOE guidance and may use the Alternate ACCESS for ELLs, as determined by the IEP team.
Parents are notified within 30 days of the beginning of the school year (or within 2 weeks if identified mid-year) if their child is eligible for EL services.
EL Services
The school provides a range of supports to meet individual student needs, which may include:
English to Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) instruction integrated into core classes or provided in targeted small groups.
Academic and language development supports to ensure meaningful access to grade-level content.
Accommodations and modifications on classroom assignments and state assessments as appropriate.
Services are delivered in the least restrictive and most inclusive environment possible, aligned with each student’s proficiency level and academic needs.
Parent and Family Engagement
Parents/guardians have the right to participate in the development of their child’s Language Instruction Educational Program (LIEP).
All important school communications (notices, report cards, discipline policies, etc.) will be provided in a language the parent can understand, to the extent practicable.
The school provides opportunities for parents to learn about EL programs, progress monitoring, and ways to support learning at home.
Translation and Interpretation Services
The school provides interpretation and translation services to ensure that parents and guardians can fully participate in their child’s education. Important documents will be made available in families’ preferred languages whenever possible, and interpreters are available for meetings upon request.
Exit and Monitoring
ELs exit the program upon meeting state proficiency criteria on the WIDA ACCESS assessment.
Exited students are monitored for at least four years to ensure continued success without services.
Resources
GaDOE ESOL Program Information
Questions or Requests
For more information about services for students with disabilities, to make a referral, or to request an EVAluation, please contact:
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Complaints
Parents who believe the school has not complied with Title VI or Title III requirements may file a complaint in accordance with the school’s [Complaints, GriEVAnces, and Whistleblower Policy] or directly with the Georgia Department of Education ESOL Program or the U.S. Department of Education, Office for Civil Rights.
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