The chart below shows how quickly a learning assessment must proceed according to the law. It is important to be aware of your rights to ensure your child gets a fair and timely assessment. In total a learning assessment may take no longer than 275 days. This is slightly more than 9 months or the typical length of a school year.
| Maximum # days | Cumulative # days | Dates | |
| Parents request screening | 0 | 0 | Today's Date is: |
| Screening Completed | 30 | 30 | |
| Assessment Completed | 45 | 75 | |
| Meeting held | 30 | 105 | |
| IEP written | 30 | 185 | |
| IEP started | 30 | 177 | |
| IEP reviewed | 60 | 261 | |
| Written report to parents | 10 | 275 |