Which option describes the appropriate action regarding transportation and accommodations in collaboration with school districts?

• A. Do not coordinate transportation.
• B. Only inform the district of needs.
• C. Coordinate transportation and accommodations as needed.
• D. Outsource to private providers without district involvement.

Answer: (C)

Collaborating with school districts to arrange transportation and accommodations ensures a placed student can attend school safely and access the supports they need. The best approach is to coordinate transportation and any necessary accommodations as needed, so services align with the student’s IEP or 504 plan, the district’s processes, and the agency’s responsibilities. This active coordination helps ensure safety, consistency, and legal compliance, and prevents gaps in services or miscommunication about who is responsible for what. Simply not coordinating falls short of duty and can leave transportation and supports undefined; informing the district without arranging specifics can leave needs unmet; outsourcing entirely to private providers without district involvement can detach essential planning from the student’s educational plan and district systems, creating gaps and potential compliance issues.