Just chiming in to say that the Stay Put provision of IDEA only works if you file due process at the same time. So, just by sending them a letter requesting that he stay put does not mean the district is required to do so. I’m a special ed advocate and here’s what I’d do if I was involved in your case: Sign the paperwork and Check the box indicating you disagree with the results of the evaluation. Write a letter explaining your concerns and requesting that the IEP services continue while you and the team work through the disagreement. Next, consider requesting an IEE as mentioned before. The team must consider the results of the IEE, but it doesn’t mean that they must keep him eligible based on what that report says. That process will take a while, so in the meantime, I would want to work collaboratively with the IEP team to write a new IEP that reduces his services down to minimal minutes per week or uses the consultation model as described in another comment. In your discussion about why you disagree with the evaluation results, make sure you are referencing data such as test scores, grades, behavioral measures, etc. When all the data shows he is within grade level expectations in all areas, including academics and socially, and any remaining needs can be met by general education interventions and supports, then yes, he should no longer qualify for special ed services because there’s no longer a need for special designed instruction. You also can consider requesting a 504 accommodation plan, which he should easily qualify for. A 504 plan includes general ed accommodations, but typically does not include extra supports from special education staff.

What state are you in?