Which program provides individualized instructional programs beyond the regular school year for eligible students with disabilities under IDEA?

• A. Extended School Year (ESY)
• B. Education Technology Advisory Committee (ETAC)
• C. Education Materials for the Visually Impaired (EVI)
• D. Financial Accountability System Resource Guide (FASRG)

Answer: (A)

The main idea here is understanding extended opportunities for learning under IDEA. Extended School Year provides individualized instructional programs beyond the regular school year for eligible students with disabilities, when needed to prevent loss of skills or to recoup regression and keep progress toward IEP goals on track.

Under IDEA, the IEP team may determine that ESY services are necessary on a case-by-case basis. Eligibility isn’t automatic for every student; it depends on factors like how much a student regresses during breaks, how quickly they regain skills, the overall rate of progress toward goals, and whether extended instruction is essential to maintain gains. ESY can occur during summer or other times when school isn’t in session and may involve specialized instruction, therapies, or related supports, delivered in various settings.

The other options refer to programs or committees not related to providing extended instructional services under IDEA, such as technology advisory, materials for the visually impaired, or financial accountability systems.