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Interpreter Data

2026-04-27T14:03:22Z

Kspees: fixed grammatical issues

A-1. What is a “'''qualified interpreter'''”? A qualified interpreter is defined by 23 IAC 226.75 as a school staff member or other personnel who is bilingual and demonstrably qualified and competent to interpret between English and another language, trained in providing the interpretations requested and sufficiently knowledgeable in both languages of any specialized terminology needed, and trained in the ethics of interpretation. The qualified interpreter could be an individual that a Local Educational Agency (LEA) has on staff or an individual the LEA contracts with on an as-needed basis.

''To become a qualified interpreter, one must complete at least nine hours of training in the following areas:''

''• Interpreting into and out of English''

''• Interpretation standards of practice, sight translation, ethics, and confidentiality''

''• Role of the interpreter and role boundaries :Respect, impartiality, professionalism, fundamentals of the effects of cultural differences on effective interpretation, and advocacy for communication''

''• Proper and improper interpretation techniques as depicted in video format''

''.[https://www.isbe.net/Documents/Qualified-Interpreters-Code-of-Ethics.pdf Interpreter Code of Ethics as adopted by ISBE]''

To review ISBE's official Guidance Document regarding Qualified Interpreting and Translation Requirements, click [https://www.isbe.net/Documents/Qualified-Interpreters-Translation-Req.pdf HERE].

To report '''Interpreter Data''', click the '''Data Collection''' tab on the main page of I-Star Plus and then select '''Interpreter Data'''.

[[File:Istarplusinterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|353x353px]]

Select the '''School Year,''' '''District & Language''' to begin reporting data.
[[File:Beingreporting.png|none|thumb|1118x1118px]]

NOTE: If you are a '''stand-alone district''' reporting your own data, ''you will only see your district in the dropdown''. If you are a '''cooperative''' managing data for multiple districts in your jurisdiction, ''you will see all of your districts in the dropdown''.

Once the district you are reporting Interpreter Data for has been selected, click '''the blue plus sign''' in the bottom, right corner of your screen,.
[[File:Addinterpreter.png|none|thumb|486x486px]]

''Select the School'' that performed the IEP meeting. Confirm that the school year and Language have carried over from the previous screen.
[[File:Interpreterschool.png|none|thumb|808x808px]]

# '''The first portion of this data requirement is to track Requests for an Interpreter.'''

[[File:Requetsforinterpreteristarplus.png|none|thumb|659x659px]]

A. The first field asks for the '''number of requests for an interpreter''', '''previously requested interpretation services''' or '''times otherwise indicated that an interpreter was necessary to ensure meaningful parental involvement in the IEP meeting'''.

[[File:Steponeinterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|712x712px]]

B. '''Report the number of requests where a qualified interpreter was provided at the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step2interpreter.png|none|thumb|720x720px]]

C. '''Enter the number of requests from the parent that the interpreters serve no other role in the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step3interpreter.png|none|thumb|727x727px]]

D. '''Enter the number of requests granted by the district for the interpreter to serve no other role in the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step4interpreter.png|none|thumb|737x737px]]

'''2. The second portion of this data requirement is to track Requests for Conference Summary Translations.'''
[[File:CRtranslation.png|none|thumb|754x754px]]

A. '''Enter the number of translations requested, previously requested translation services, or times otherwise indicated translation was necessary'''.
[[File:Part2cr.png|none|thumb|717x717px]]

B. '''Enter the number of translations that were provided'''. '''I-Star Plus will then calculate a % next to the reported number.'''
[[File:Numberprovided.png|none|thumb|543x543px]]

C. '''Enter the number of translations that were provided at the time of the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:30daysoftheiepmeeting.png|none|thumb|558x558px]]

D. '''Enter the average school days taken to provide translations'''.
[[File:Averageschooldays.png|none|thumb|569x569px]]

''To calculate the average school days taken to provide translations:''

1. Add up the number of days for each student between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.

2. Divide by the total number of students that required a translation

3. '''The third portion of this data requirement is to track Requests for IEP Translations.'''
[[File:Step3ininterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|805x805px]]

A. '''Enter the number of translations requested, previously requested translation services, or times otherwise indicated that translation was necessary'''.
[[File:Ieptranslation.png|none|thumb|742x742px]]

B. '''Enter the number of times the translated form was provided'''.
[[File:Numberoftimes.png|none|thumb|661x661px]]

C. '''Enter the number of times that the translated form was provided within 30 days of the IEP meeting'''. ''All percentages will calculate automatically in I-Star based on data entry''.
[[File:Step3.png|none|thumb|696x696px]]

D. Lastly, enter the average number of school days between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.
[[File:Step4.png|none|thumb|717x717px]]

''To calculate the average number of school days between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided:''

1. Add up the number of days for each student between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.

2. Divide that number by the total number of students that required a translation.

Once all data has been addressed on the current form, toggle '''District Finalization''' to '''Yes''' and click '''Save.'''
[[File:Finalization.png|none|thumb|882x882px]]

To edit data at a specific school at a ''later time'', click the '''pencil icon under the Actions column.'''
[[File:Editlater.png|none|thumb|490x490px]]

Once you have '''completed reporting''' interpreter data for the school year, ''click'' the yellow check mark to confirm that you are finished.
[[File:Confirm submission.png|none|thumb]]

Once the box has been checked, '''all remaining schools in the district or districts will auto-fill with zeros'''.
[[File:Remaining 0.png|none|thumb|591x591px]]

If your district or districts '''do not have any requests for interpreters or translators''', click the yellow checkmark to confirm that Interpreters and/or Translators Were Not Requested in your district(s).
[[File:Norequests.png|none|thumb]]

''For additional support, contact Harrisburg Project by phone at 1-800-635-5274 or email support at support@hbug.k12.il.us''

Interpreter Data

2026-04-23T16:21:42Z

Kspees: added pictures

A-1. What is a “'''qualified interpreter'''”? A qualified interpreter is defined by 23 IAC 226.75 as a school staff member or other personnel who is bilingual and demonstrably qualified and competent to interpret between English and another language, trained in providing the interpretations requested and sufficiently knowledgeable in both languages of any specialized terminology needed, and trained in the ethics of interpretation. The qualified interpreter could be an individual that a Local Educational Agency (LEA) has on staff or an individual the LEA contracts with on an as-needed basis.

''To become a qualified interpreter, one must complete at least nine hours of training in the following areas: • Interpreting into and out of English''

''• Interpretation standards of practice, sight translation, ethics, and confidentiality''

''• Role of the interpreter and role boundaries • Respect, impartiality, professionalism, fundamentals of the effects of cultural differences on effective interpretation, and advocacy for communication''

''• Proper and improper interpretation techniques as depicted in video format''

''. • [https://www.isbe.net/Documents/Qualified-Interpreters-Code-of-Ethics.pdf Interpreter Code of Ethics as adopted by ISBE]''

To review ISBE's official Guidance Document regarding Qualified Interpreting and Translation Requirements, click [https://www.isbe.net/Documents/Qualified-Interpreters-Translation-Req.pdf HERE].

To report '''Interpreter Data''', click the '''Data Collection''' tab on the main page of I-Star Plus and then select '''Interpreter Data'''.

[[File:Istarplusinterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|353x353px]]

Select the '''School Year,''' '''District & Language''' to begin reporting data.
[[File:Beingreporting.png|none|thumb|1118x1118px]]

NOTE: If you are a '''stand-a-lone district''' reporting your own data, ''you will only see your district in the dropdown''. If you are a '''cooperative''' managing data for multiple districts in your jurisdiction, ''you will see all of your districts in the dropdown''.

Once the district you are reporting Interpreter Data for has been selected, click '''the blue plus sign''' in the bottom, right corner of your screen,.
[[File:Addinterpreter.png|none|thumb|486x486px]]

''Select the School'' that performed the IEP meeting. Confirm that the school year and Language have carried over from the previous screen.
[[File:Interpreterschool.png|none|thumb|808x808px]]

# '''The first portion of this data requirement is to track Requests for an Interpreter.'''

[[File:Requetsforinterpreteristarplus.png|none|thumb|659x659px]]

A. The first field asks for the '''number of requests for an interpreter''', '''previously requested interpretation services''' or '''times otherwise indicated that an interpreter was necessary to ensure meaningful parental involvement in the IEP meeting'''.

[[File:Steponeinterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|712x712px]]

B. '''Report the number of requests where a qualified interpreter was provided at the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step2interpreter.png|none|thumb|720x720px]]

C. '''Enter the number of requests from the parent that the interpreters serve no other role in the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step3interpreter.png|none|thumb|727x727px]]

D. '''Enter the number of requests granted by the district for the interpreter to serve no other role in the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step4interpreter.png|none|thumb|737x737px]]

'''2. The second portion of this data requirement is to track Requests for Conference Summary Translations.'''
[[File:CRtranslation.png|none|thumb|754x754px]]

A. '''Enter the number of translations requested, previously requested translation services, or times otherwise indicated translation was necessary'''.
[[File:Part2cr.png|none|thumb|717x717px]]

B. '''Enter the number of translations that were provided'''. '''I-Star Plus will then calculate a % next to the reported number.'''
[[File:Numberprovided.png|none|thumb|543x543px]]

C. '''Enter the number of translations that were provided at the time of the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:30daysoftheiepmeeting.png|none|thumb|558x558px]]

D. '''Enter the average school days taken to provide translations'''.
[[File:Averageschooldays.png|none|thumb|569x569px]]

''To calculate the average school days taken to provide translations:''

1. Add up the number of days for each student between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.

2. Divide by the total number of students that required a translation

3. '''The third portion of this data requirement is to track Requests for IEP Translations.'''
[[File:Step3ininterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|805x805px]]

A. '''Enter the number of translations requested, previously requested translation services, or times otherwise indicated that translation was necessary'''.
[[File:Ieptranslation.png|none|thumb|742x742px]]

B. '''Enter the number of times the translated form was provided'''.
[[File:Numberoftimes.png|none|thumb|661x661px]]

C. '''Enter the number of times that the translated form was provided within 30 days of the IEP meeting'''. ''All percentages will calculate automatically in I-Star based on data entry''.
[[File:Step3.png|none|thumb|696x696px]]

D. Lastly, enter the average number of school days between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.
[[File:Step4.png|none|thumb|717x717px]]

''To calculate the average number of school days between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided:''

1. Add up the number of days for each student between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.

2. Divide that number by the total number of students that required a translation.

Once all data has been addressed on the current form, toggle '''District Finalization''' to '''Yes''' and click '''Save.'''
[[File:Finalization.png|none|thumb|882x882px]]

To edit data at a specific school at a ''later time'', click the '''pencil icon under the Actions column.'''
[[File:Editlater.png|none|thumb|490x490px]]

Once you have '''completed reporting''' interpreter data for the school year, ''click'' the yellow check mark to confirm that you are finished.
[[File:Confirm submission.png|none|thumb]]

Once the box has been checked, '''all remaining schools in the district or districts ill auto-fill with zeros'''.
[[File:Remaining 0.png|none|thumb|591x591px]]

If your district or districts '''do not have any requests for interpreters or translators''', click the yellow checkmark to confirm that Interpreters and/or Translators Were Not Requested in your district(s).
[[File:Norequests.png|none|thumb]]

''For additional support, contact Harrisburg Project by phone at 1-800-635-5274 or email support at support@hbug.k12.il.us''

File:Remaining 0.png

2026-04-23T16:21:06Z

Kspees:

remaining 0

File:Confirm submission.png

2026-04-23T16:19:46Z

Kspees:

confirm submission

Interpreter Data

2026-04-15T19:56:13Z

Kspees:

A-1. What is a “'''qualified interpreter'''”? A qualified interpreter is defined by 23 IAC 226.75 as a school staff member or other personnel who is bilingual and demonstrably qualified and competent to interpret between English and another language, trained in providing the interpretations requested and sufficiently knowledgeable in both languages of any specialized terminology needed, and trained in the ethics of interpretation. The qualified interpreter could be an individual that a Local Educational Agency (LEA) has on staff or an individual the LEA contracts with on an as-needed basis.

''To become a qualified interpreter, one must complete at least nine hours of training in the following areas: • Interpreting into and out of English''

''• Interpretation standards of practice, sight translation, ethics, and confidentiality''

''• Role of the interpreter and role boundaries • Respect, impartiality, professionalism, fundamentals of the effects of cultural differences on effective interpretation, and advocacy for communication''

''• Proper and improper interpretation techniques as depicted in video format''

''. • [https://www.isbe.net/Documents/Qualified-Interpreters-Code-of-Ethics.pdf Interpreter Code of Ethics as adopted by ISBE]''

To review ISBE's official Guidance Document regarding Qualified Interpreting and Translation Requirements, click [https://www.isbe.net/Documents/Qualified-Interpreters-Translation-Req.pdf HERE].

To report '''Interpreter Data''', click the '''Data Collection''' tab on the main page of I-Star Plus and then select '''Interpreter Data'''.

[[File:Istarplusinterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|353x353px]]

Select the '''School Year,''' '''District & Language''' to begin reporting data.
[[File:Beingreporting.png|none|thumb|1118x1118px]]

NOTE: If you are a '''stand-a-lone district''' reporting your own data, ''you will only see your district in the dropdown''. If you are a '''cooperative''' managing data for multiple districts in your jurisdiction, ''you will see all of your districts in the dropdown''.

Once the district you are reporting Interpreter Data for has been selected, click '''the blue plus sign''' in the bottom, right corner of your screen,.
[[File:Addinterpreter.png|none|thumb|486x486px]]

''Select the School'' that performed the IEP meeting. Confirm that the school year and Language have carried over from the previous screen.
[[File:Interpreterschool.png|none|thumb|808x808px]]

# '''The first portion of this data requirement is to track Requests for an Interpreter.'''

[[File:Requetsforinterpreteristarplus.png|none|thumb|659x659px]]

A. The first field asks for the '''number of requests for an interpreter''', '''previously requested interpretation services''' or '''times otherwise indicated that an interpreter was necessary to ensure meaningful parental involvement in the IEP meeting'''.

[[File:Steponeinterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|712x712px]]

B. '''Report the number of requests where a qualified interpreter was provided at the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step2interpreter.png|none|thumb|720x720px]]

C. '''Enter the number of requests from the parent that the interpreters serve no other role in the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step3interpreter.png|none|thumb|727x727px]]

D. '''Enter the number of requests granted by the district for the interpreter to serve no other role in the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step4interpreter.png|none|thumb|737x737px]]

'''2. The second portion of this data requirement is to track Requests for Conference Summary Translations.'''
[[File:CRtranslation.png|none|thumb|754x754px]]

A. '''Enter the number of translations requested, previously requested translation services, or times otherwise indicated translation was necessary'''.
[[File:Part2cr.png|none|thumb|717x717px]]

B. '''Enter the number of translations that were provided'''. '''I-Star Plus will then calculate a % next to the reported number.'''
[[File:Numberprovided.png|none|thumb|543x543px]]

C. '''Enter the number of translations that were provided at the time of the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:30daysoftheiepmeeting.png|none|thumb|558x558px]]

D. '''Enter the average school days taken to provide translations'''.
[[File:Averageschooldays.png|none|thumb|569x569px]]

''To calculate the average school days taken to provide translations:''

1. Add up the number of days for each student between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.

2. Divide by the total number of students that required a translation

3. '''The third portion of this data requirement is to track Requests for IEP Translations.'''
[[File:Step3ininterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|805x805px]]

A. '''Enter the number of translations requested, previously requested translation services, or times otherwise indicated that translation was necessary'''.
[[File:Ieptranslation.png|none|thumb|742x742px]]

B. '''Enter the number of times the translated form was provided'''.
[[File:Numberoftimes.png|none|thumb|661x661px]]

C. '''Enter the number of times that the translated form was provided within 30 days of the IEP meeting'''. ''All percentages will calculate automatically in I-Star based on data entry''.
[[File:Step3.png|none|thumb|696x696px]]

D. Lastly, enter the average number of school days between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.
[[File:Step4.png|none|thumb|717x717px]]

''To calculate the average number of school days between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided:''

1. Add up the number of days for each student between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.

2. Divide that number by the total number of students that required a translation.

Once all data has been addressed on the current form, toggle '''District Finalization''' to '''Yes''' and click '''Save.'''
[[File:Finalization.png|none|thumb|882x882px]]

To edit data at a specific school at a ''later time'', click the '''pencil icon under the Actions column.'''
[[File:Editlater.png|none|thumb|490x490px]]

Once you have '''completed reporting''' interpreter data for the school year, ''click'' the check box that reads ‘''I am Done Reporting’'' then click ‘'''Save'''’.
[[File:Interpreter21.png|none|thumb|416x416px]]

Once the box has been checked, '''all remaining schools in the district or districts ill auto-fill with zeros'''.
[[File:Interpreter22.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

If your district or districts '''do not have any requests for interpreters or translators''', click the yellow checkmark to confirm that Interpreters and/or Translators Were Not Requested in your district(s).
[[File:Norequests.png|none|thumb]]

Clicking ‘Confirm’ '''will report zeros for all the schools in the district or districts selected'''.
[[File:Interpreter24.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

''For additional support, contact Harrisburg Project by phone at 1-800-635-5274 or email support at support@hbug.k12.il.us''

File:Norequests.png

2026-04-15T19:54:30Z

Kspees:

norequests

Interpreter Data

2026-04-15T19:49:57Z

Kspees:

A-1. What is a “'''qualified interpreter'''”? A qualified interpreter is defined by 23 IAC 226.75 as a school staff member or other personnel who is bilingual and demonstrably qualified and competent to interpret between English and another language, trained in providing the interpretations requested and sufficiently knowledgeable in both languages of any specialized terminology needed, and trained in the ethics of interpretation. The qualified interpreter could be an individual that a Local Educational Agency (LEA) has on staff or an individual the LEA contracts with on an as-needed basis.

''To become a qualified interpreter, one must complete at least nine hours of training in the following areas: • Interpreting into and out of English''

''• Interpretation standards of practice, sight translation, ethics, and confidentiality''

''• Role of the interpreter and role boundaries • Respect, impartiality, professionalism, fundamentals of the effects of cultural differences on effective interpretation, and advocacy for communication''

''• Proper and improper interpretation techniques as depicted in video format''

''. • [https://www.isbe.net/Documents/Qualified-Interpreters-Code-of-Ethics.pdf Interpreter Code of Ethics as adopted by ISBE]''

To review ISBE's official Guidance Document regarding Qualified Interpreting and Translation Requirements, click [https://www.isbe.net/Documents/Qualified-Interpreters-Translation-Req.pdf HERE].

To report '''Interpreter Data''', click the '''Data Collection''' tab on the main page of I-Star Plus and then select '''Interpreter Data'''.

[[File:Istarplusinterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|353x353px]]

Select the '''School Year,''' '''District & Language''' to begin reporting data.
[[File:Beingreporting.png|none|thumb|1118x1118px]]

NOTE: If you are a '''stand-a-lone district''' reporting your own data, ''you will only see your district in the dropdown''. If you are a '''cooperative''' managing data for multiple districts in your jurisdiction, ''you will see all of your districts in the dropdown''.

Once the district you are reporting Interpreter Data for has been selected, click '''the blue plus sign''' in the bottom, right corner of your screen,.
[[File:Addinterpreter.png|none|thumb|486x486px]]

''Select the School'' that performed the IEP meeting. Confirm that the school year and Language have carried over from the previous screen.
[[File:Interpreterschool.png|none|thumb|808x808px]]

# '''The first portion of this data requirement is to track Requests for an Interpreter.'''

[[File:Requetsforinterpreteristarplus.png|none|thumb|659x659px]]

A. The first field asks for the '''number of requests for an interpreter''', '''previously requested interpretation services''' or '''times otherwise indicated that an interpreter was necessary to ensure meaningful parental involvement in the IEP meeting'''.

[[File:Steponeinterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|712x712px]]

B. '''Report the number of requests where a qualified interpreter was provided at the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step2interpreter.png|none|thumb|720x720px]]

C. '''Enter the number of requests from the parent that the interpreters serve no other role in the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step3interpreter.png|none|thumb|727x727px]]

D. '''Enter the number of requests granted by the district for the interpreter to serve no other role in the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step4interpreter.png|none|thumb|737x737px]]

'''2. The second portion of this data requirement is to track Requests for Conference Summary Translations.'''
[[File:CRtranslation.png|none|thumb|754x754px]]

A. '''Enter the number of translations requested, previously requested translation services, or times otherwise indicated translation was necessary'''.
[[File:Part2cr.png|none|thumb|717x717px]]

B. '''Enter the number of translations that were provided'''. '''I-Star Plus will then calculate a % next to the reported number.'''
[[File:Numberprovided.png|none|thumb|543x543px]]

C. '''Enter the number of translations that were provided at the time of the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:30daysoftheiepmeeting.png|none|thumb|558x558px]]

D. '''Enter the average school days taken to provide translations'''.
[[File:Averageschooldays.png|none|thumb|569x569px]]

''To calculate the average school days taken to provide translations:''

1. Add up the number of days for each student between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.

2. Divide by the total number of students that required a translation

3. '''The third portion of this data requirement is to track Requests for IEP Translations.'''
[[File:Step3ininterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|805x805px]]

A. '''Enter the number of translations requested, previously requested translation services, or times otherwise indicated that translation was necessary'''.
[[File:Ieptranslation.png|none|thumb|742x742px]]

B. '''Enter the number of times the translated form was provided'''.
[[File:Numberoftimes.png|none|thumb|661x661px]]

C. '''Enter the number of times that the translated form was provided within 30 days of the IEP meeting'''. ''All percentages will calculate automatically in I-Star based on data entry''.
[[File:Step3.png|none|thumb|696x696px]]

D. Lastly, enter the average number of school days between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.
[[File:Step4.png|none|thumb|717x717px]]

''To calculate the average number of school days between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided:''

1. Add up the number of days for each student between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.

2. Divide that number by the total number of students that required a translation.

Once all data has been addressed on the current form, toggle '''District Finalization''' to '''Yes''' and click '''Save.'''
[[File:Finalization.png|none|thumb|882x882px]]

To edit data at a specific school at a ''later time'', click the '''pencil icon under the Actions column.'''
[[File:Editlater.png|none|thumb|490x490px]]

Once you have '''completed reporting''' interpreter data for the school year, ''click'' the check box that reads ‘''I am Done Reporting’'' then click ‘'''Save'''’.
[[File:Interpreter21.png|none|thumb|416x416px]]

Once the box has been checked, '''all remaining schools in the district or districts ill auto-fill with zeros'''.
[[File:Interpreter22.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

If your district or districts '''do not have any requests for interpreters or translators''', then simply check the box that reads ‘''Interpreters and/or Translators Were Not Requested in my District''’ and click ‘'''Confirm'''’.
[[File:Interpreter23.png|none|thumb|898x898px]]

Clicking ‘Confirm’ '''will report zeros for all the schools in the district or districts selected'''.
[[File:Interpreter24.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

''For additional support, contact Harrisburg Project by phone at 1-800-635-5274 or email support at support@hbug.k12.il.us''

File:Editlater.png

2026-04-15T19:33:47Z

Kspees:

editlater

File:Finalization.png

2026-04-15T19:30:24Z

Kspees:

finalization

Interpreter Data

2026-04-15T19:28:24Z

Kspees:

A-1. What is a “'''qualified interpreter'''”? A qualified interpreter is defined by 23 IAC 226.75 as a school staff member or other personnel who is bilingual and demonstrably qualified and competent to interpret between English and another language, trained in providing the interpretations requested and sufficiently knowledgeable in both languages of any specialized terminology needed, and trained in the ethics of interpretation. The qualified interpreter could be an individual that a Local Educational Agency (LEA) has on staff or an individual the LEA contracts with on an as-needed basis.

''To become a qualified interpreter, one must complete at least nine hours of training in the following areas: • Interpreting into and out of English''

''• Interpretation standards of practice, sight translation, ethics, and confidentiality''

''• Role of the interpreter and role boundaries • Respect, impartiality, professionalism, fundamentals of the effects of cultural differences on effective interpretation, and advocacy for communication''

''• Proper and improper interpretation techniques as depicted in video format''

''. • [https://www.isbe.net/Documents/Qualified-Interpreters-Code-of-Ethics.pdf Interpreter Code of Ethics as adopted by ISBE]''

To review ISBE's official Guidance Document regarding Qualified Interpreting and Translation Requirements, click [https://www.isbe.net/Documents/Qualified-Interpreters-Translation-Req.pdf HERE].

To report '''Interpreter Data''', click the '''Data Collection''' tab on the main page of I-Star Plus and then select '''Interpreter Data'''.

[[File:Istarplusinterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|353x353px]]

Select the '''School Year,''' '''District & Language''' to begin reporting data.
[[File:Beingreporting.png|none|thumb|1118x1118px]]

NOTE: If you are a '''stand-a-lone district''' reporting your own data, ''you will only see your district in the dropdown''. If you are a '''cooperative''' managing data for multiple districts in your jurisdiction, ''you will see all of your districts in the dropdown''.

Once the district you are reporting Interpreter Data for has been selected, click '''the blue plus sign''' in the bottom, right corner of your screen,.
[[File:Addinterpreter.png|none|thumb|486x486px]]

''Select the School'' that performed the IEP meeting. Confirm that the school year and Language have carried over from the previous screen.
[[File:Interpreterschool.png|none|thumb|808x808px]]

# '''The first portion of this data requirement is to track Requests for an Interpreter.'''

[[File:Requetsforinterpreteristarplus.png|none|thumb|659x659px]]

A. The first field asks for the '''number of requests for an interpreter''', '''previously requested interpretation services''' or '''times otherwise indicated that an interpreter was necessary to ensure meaningful parental involvement in the IEP meeting'''.

[[File:Steponeinterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|712x712px]]

B. '''Report the number of requests where a qualified interpreter was provided at the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step2interpreter.png|none|thumb|720x720px]]

C. '''Enter the number of requests from the parent that the interpreters serve no other role in the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step3interpreter.png|none|thumb|727x727px]]

D. '''Enter the number of requests granted by the district for the interpreter to serve no other role in the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step4interpreter.png|none|thumb|737x737px]]

'''2. The second portion of this data requirement is to track Requests for Conference Summary Translations.'''
[[File:CRtranslation.png|none|thumb|754x754px]]

A. '''Enter the number of translations requested, previously requested translation services, or times otherwise indicated translation was necessary'''.
[[File:Part2cr.png|none|thumb|717x717px]]

B. '''Enter the number of translations that were provided'''. '''I-Star Plus will then calculate a % next to the reported number.'''
[[File:Numberprovided.png|none|thumb|543x543px]]

C. '''Enter the number of translations that were provided at the time of the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:30daysoftheiepmeeting.png|none|thumb|558x558px]]

D. '''Enter the average school days taken to provide translations'''.
[[File:Averageschooldays.png|none|thumb|569x569px]]

''To calculate the average school days taken to provide translations:''

1. Add up the number of days for each student between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.

2. Divide by the total number of students that required a translation

3. '''The third portion of this data requirement is to track Requests for IEP Translations.'''
[[File:Step3ininterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|805x805px]]

A. '''Enter the number of translations requested, previously requested translation services, or times otherwise indicated that translation was necessary'''.
[[File:Ieptranslation.png|none|thumb|742x742px]]

B. '''Enter the number of times the translated form was provided'''.
[[File:Numberoftimes.png|none|thumb|661x661px]]

C. '''Enter the number of times that the translated form was provided within 30 days of the IEP meeting'''. ''All percentages will calculate automatically in I-Star based on data entry''.
[[File:Step3.png|none|thumb|696x696px]]

D. Lastly, enter the average number of school days between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.
[[File:Step4.png|none|thumb|717x717px]]

''To calculate the average number of school days between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided:''

1. Add up the number of days for each student between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.

2. Divide that number by the total number of students that required a translation.

Once all data has been addressed on the form, click ‘'''add'''’.
[[File:Interpreter19.png|none|thumb|645x645px]]

To edit the data at a ''later time'', click the '''pencil icon'''.
[[File:Interpreter20.png|none|thumb|554x554px]]

Once you have '''completed reporting''' interpreter data for the school year, ''click'' the check box that reads ‘''I am Done Reporting’'' then click ‘'''Save'''’.
[[File:Interpreter21.png|none|thumb|416x416px]]

Once the box has been checked, '''all remaining schools in the district or districts ill auto-fill with zeros'''.
[[File:Interpreter22.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

If your district or districts '''do not have any requests for interpreters or translators''', then simply check the box that reads ‘''Interpreters and/or Translators Were Not Requested in my District''’ and click ‘'''Confirm'''’.
[[File:Interpreter23.png|none|thumb|898x898px]]

Clicking ‘Confirm’ '''will report zeros for all the schools in the district or districts selected'''.
[[File:Interpreter24.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

''For additional support, contact Harrisburg Project by phone at 1-800-635-5274 or email support at support@hbug.k12.il.us''

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A-1. What is a “'''qualified interpreter'''”? A qualified interpreter is defined by 23 IAC 226.75 as a school staff member or other personnel who is bilingual and demonstrably qualified and competent to interpret between English and another language, trained in providing the interpretations requested and sufficiently knowledgeable in both languages of any specialized terminology needed, and trained in the ethics of interpretation. The qualified interpreter could be an individual that a Local Educational Agency (LEA) has on staff or an individual the LEA contracts with on an as-needed basis.

''To become a qualified interpreter, one must complete at least nine hours of training in the following areas: • Interpreting into and out of English''

''• Interpretation standards of practice, sight translation, ethics, and confidentiality''

''• Role of the interpreter and role boundaries • Respect, impartiality, professionalism, fundamentals of the effects of cultural differences on effective interpretation, and advocacy for communication''

''• Proper and improper interpretation techniques as depicted in video format''

''. • [https://www.isbe.net/Documents/Qualified-Interpreters-Code-of-Ethics.pdf Interpreter Code of Ethics as adopted by ISBE]''

To review ISBE's official Guidance Document regarding Qualified Interpreting and Translation Requirements, click [https://www.isbe.net/Documents/Qualified-Interpreters-Translation-Req.pdf HERE].

To report '''Interpreter Data''', click the '''Data Collection''' tab on the main page of I-Star Plus and then select '''Interpreter Data'''.

[[File:Istarplusinterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|353x353px]]

Select the '''School Year,''' '''District & Language''' to begin reporting data.
[[File:Beingreporting.png|none|thumb|1118x1118px]]

NOTE: If you are a '''stand-a-lone district''' reporting your own data, ''you will only see your district in the dropdown''. If you are a '''cooperative''' managing data for multiple districts in your jurisdiction, ''you will see all of your districts in the dropdown''.

Once the district you are reporting Interpreter Data for has been selected, click '''the blue plus sign''' in the bottom, right corner of your screen,.
[[File:Addinterpreter.png|none|thumb|486x486px]]

''Select the School'' that performed the IEP meeting. Confirm that the school year and Language have carried over from the previous screen.
[[File:Interpreterschool.png|none|thumb|808x808px]]

'''1. The first section requires data regarding the number of requests for interpreters ''during the entire school year''.'''
[[File:Requetsforinterpreteristarplus.png|none|thumb|659x659px]]

A. The first field asks for the '''number of requests for an interpreter''', '''previously requested interpretation services''' or '''times otherwise indicated that an interpreter was necessary to ensure meaningful parental involvement in the IEP meeting'''.

[[File:Steponeinterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|712x712px]]

B. '''Report the number of requests where a qualified interpreter was provided at the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step2interpreter.png|none|thumb|720x720px]]

C. '''Enter the number of requests from the parent that the interpreters serve no other role in the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step3interpreter.png|none|thumb|727x727px]]

D. '''Enter the number of requests granted by the district for the interpreter to serve no other role in the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step4interpreter.png|none|thumb|737x737px]]

'''2. The second portion of this data requirement is for translations of the conference recommendation form.'''
[[File:CRtranslation.png|none|thumb|754x754px]]

First, '''enter the number of translations requested, previously requested translation services, or times otherwise indicated translation was necessary'''.
[[File:Interpreter10.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Next, '''enter the number of translations that were provided'''.
[[File:Interpreter11.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Moving down, '''enter the number of translations that were provided at the time of the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Interpreter12.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Then, '''enter the average school days taken to provide translations'''.
[[File:Interpreter13.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

''To calculate the average school days taken to provide translations:''

1. Add up the number of days for each student between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.

2. Divide by the total number of students that required a translation

'''The third portion of this data collection is for translations for the IEP forms.'''
[[File:Interpreter14.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

First''', enter the number of translations requested, previously requested translation services, or times otherwise indicated that translation was necessary'''.
[[File:Interpreter15.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Next, '''enter the number of times the translated form was provided'''.
[[File:Interpreter16.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Moving down, '''enter the number of times that the translated form was provided within 30 days of the IEP meeting'''. ''All percentages will calculate automatically in I-Star based on data entry''.
[[File:Interpreter17.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Lastly, enter the average number of school days between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.
[[File:Interpreter18.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

''To calculate the average number of school days between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided:''

1. Add up the number of days for each student between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.

2. Divide that number by the total number of students that required a translation.

Once all data has been addressed on the form, click ‘'''add'''’.
[[File:Interpreter19.png|none|thumb|645x645px]]

To edit the data at a ''later time'', click the '''pencil icon'''.
[[File:Interpreter20.png|none|thumb|554x554px]]

Once you have '''completed reporting''' interpreter data for the school year, ''click'' the check box that reads ‘''I am Done Reporting’'' then click ‘'''Save'''’.
[[File:Interpreter21.png|none|thumb|416x416px]]

Once the box has been checked, '''all remaining schools in the district or districts ill auto-fill with zeros'''.
[[File:Interpreter22.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

If your district or districts '''do not have any requests for interpreters or translators''', then simply check the box that reads ‘''Interpreters and/or Translators Were Not Requested in my District''’ and click ‘'''Confirm'''’.
[[File:Interpreter23.png|none|thumb|898x898px]]

Clicking ‘Confirm’ '''will report zeros for all the schools in the district or districts selected'''.
[[File:Interpreter24.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

''For additional support, contact Harrisburg Project by phone at 1-800-635-5274 or email support at support@hbug.k12.il.us''

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Interpreter Data

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A-1. What is a “'''qualified interpreter'''”? A qualified interpreter is defined by 23 IAC 226.75 as a school staff member or other personnel who is bilingual and demonstrably qualified and competent to interpret between English and another language, trained in providing the interpretations requested and sufficiently knowledgeable in both languages of any specialized terminology needed, and trained in the ethics of interpretation. The qualified interpreter could be an individual that a Local Educational Agency (LEA) has on staff or an individual the LEA contracts with on an as-needed basis.

''To become a qualified interpreter, one must complete at least nine hours of training in the following areas: • Interpreting into and out of English''

''• Interpretation standards of practice, sight translation, ethics, and confidentiality''

''• Role of the interpreter and role boundaries • Respect, impartiality, professionalism, fundamentals of the effects of cultural differences on effective interpretation, and advocacy for communication''

''• Proper and improper interpretation techniques as depicted in video format''

''. • [https://www.isbe.net/Documents/Qualified-Interpreters-Code-of-Ethics.pdf Interpreter Code of Ethics as adopted by ISBE]''

To review ISBE's official Guidance Document regarding Qualified Interpreting and Translation Requirements, click [https://www.isbe.net/Documents/Qualified-Interpreters-Translation-Req.pdf HERE].

To report '''Interpreter Data''', click the '''Data Collection''' tab on the main page of I-Star Plus and then select '''Interpreter Data'''.

[[File:Istarplusinterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|353x353px]]

Select the '''School Year,''' '''District & Language''' to begin reporting data.
[[File:Beingreporting.png|none|thumb|1118x1118px]]

NOTE: If you are a '''stand-a-lone district''' reporting your own data, ''you will only see your district in the dropdown''. If you are a '''cooperative''' managing data for multiple districts in your jurisdiction, ''you will see all of your districts in the dropdown''.

Once the district you are reporting Interpreter Data for has been selected, click '''the blue plus sign''' in the bottom, right corner of your screen,.
[[File:Addinterpreter.png|none|thumb|486x486px]]

''Select the School'' that performed the IEP meeting. Confirm that the school year and Language have carried over from the previous screen.
[[File:Interpreterschool.png|none|thumb|808x808px]]

'''The first section requires data regarding the number of requests for interpreters ''during the entire school year''.'''
[[File:Requetsforinterpreteristarplus.png|none|thumb|659x659px]]

# The first field asks for the '''number of requests for an interpreter''', '''previously requested interpretation services''' or '''times otherwise indicated that an interpreter was necessary to ensure meaningful parental involvement in the IEP meeting'''.

[[File:Steponeinterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|712x712px]]

2. '''Report the number of requests where a qualified interpreter was provided at the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step2interpreter.png|none|thumb|720x720px]]

3. '''Enter the number of requests from the parent that the interpreters serve no other role in the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step3interpreter.png|none|thumb|727x727px]]

4. '''Enter the number of requests granted by the district for the interpreter to serve no other role in the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Step4interpreter.png|none|thumb|737x737px]]

'''The second portion of this data requirement is for translations of the conference recommendations form.'''
[[File:Int.png|none|thumb|800x800px]]

First, '''enter the number of translations requested, previously requested translation services, or times otherwise indicated translation was necessary'''.
[[File:Interpreter10.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Next, '''enter the number of translations that were provided'''.
[[File:Interpreter11.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Moving down, '''enter the number of translations that were provided at the time of the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Interpreter12.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Then, '''enter the average school days taken to provide translations'''.
[[File:Interpreter13.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

''To calculate the average school days taken to provide translations:''

1. Add up the number of days for each student between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.

2. Divide by the total number of students that required a translation

'''The third portion of this data collection is for translations for the IEP forms.'''
[[File:Interpreter14.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

First''', enter the number of translations requested, previously requested translation services, or times otherwise indicated that translation was necessary'''.
[[File:Interpreter15.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Next, '''enter the number of times the translated form was provided'''.
[[File:Interpreter16.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Moving down, '''enter the number of times that the translated form was provided within 30 days of the IEP meeting'''. ''All percentages will calculate automatically in I-Star based on data entry''.
[[File:Interpreter17.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Lastly, enter the average number of school days between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.
[[File:Interpreter18.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

''To calculate the average number of school days between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided:''

1. Add up the number of days for each student between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.

2. Divide that number by the total number of students that required a translation.

Once all data has been addressed on the form, click ‘'''add'''’.
[[File:Interpreter19.png|none|thumb|645x645px]]

To edit the data at a ''later time'', click the '''pencil icon'''.
[[File:Interpreter20.png|none|thumb|554x554px]]

Once you have '''completed reporting''' interpreter data for the school year, ''click'' the check box that reads ‘''I am Done Reporting’'' then click ‘'''Save'''’.
[[File:Interpreter21.png|none|thumb|416x416px]]

Once the box has been checked, '''all remaining schools in the district or districts ill auto-fill with zeros'''.
[[File:Interpreter22.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

If your district or districts '''do not have any requests for interpreters or translators''', then simply check the box that reads ‘''Interpreters and/or Translators Were Not Requested in my District''’ and click ‘'''Confirm'''’.
[[File:Interpreter23.png|none|thumb|898x898px]]

Clicking ‘Confirm’ '''will report zeros for all the schools in the district or districts selected'''.
[[File:Interpreter24.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

''For additional support, contact Harrisburg Project by phone at 1-800-635-5274 or email support at support@hbug.k12.il.us''

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Interpreter Data

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A-1. What is a “'''qualified interpreter'''”? A qualified interpreter is defined by 23 IAC 226.75 as a school staff member or other personnel who is bilingual and demonstrably qualified and competent to interpret between English and another language, trained in providing the interpretations requested and sufficiently knowledgeable in both languages of any specialized terminology needed, and trained in the ethics of interpretation. The qualified interpreter could be an individual that a Local Educational Agency (LEA) has on staff or an individual the LEA contracts with on an as-needed basis.

''To become a qualified interpreter, one must complete at least nine hours of training in the following areas: • Interpreting into and out of English''

''• Interpretation standards of practice, sight translation, ethics, and confidentiality''

''• Role of the interpreter and role boundaries • Respect, impartiality, professionalism, fundamentals of the effects of cultural differences on effective interpretation, and advocacy for communication''

''• Proper and improper interpretation techniques as depicted in video format''

''. • [https://www.isbe.net/Documents/Qualified-Interpreters-Code-of-Ethics.pdf Interpreter Code of Ethics as adopted by ISBE]''

To review ISBE's official Guidance Document regarding Qualified Interpreting and Translation Requirements, click [https://www.isbe.net/Documents/Qualified-Interpreters-Translation-Req.pdf HERE].

To report '''Interpreter Data''', click the '''Data Collection''' tab on the main page of I-Star Plus and then select '''Interpreter Data'''.

[[File:Istarplusinterpreterdata.png|none|thumb|353x353px]]

Select the '''School Year,''' '''District & Language''' to begin reporting data.
[[File:Beingreporting.png|none|thumb|1118x1118px]]

NOTE: If you are a '''stand-a-lone district''' reporting your own data, ''you will only see your district in the dropdown''. If you are a '''cooperative''' managing data for multiple districts in your jurisdiction, ''you will see all of your districts in the dropdown''.

Once the district you are reporting Interpreter Data for has been selected, click '''the blue plus sign''' in the bottom, right corner of your screen,.
[[File:Addinterpreter.png|none|thumb|486x486px]]

''Select the School'' that performed the IEP meeting and note the
[[File:Interpreter3.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

'''The first section requires data regarding the requests for interpreters ''during the school year''.'''
[[File:Interpreter4.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

The first field asks for the '''number of requests for an interpreter''', '''previously requested interpretation services''' or '''times otherwise indicated that an interpreter was necessary to ensure meaningful parental involvement in the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Interpreter5.png|none|thumb|874x874px]]

Moving down, '''report the number of requests where a qualified interpreter was provided at the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Interpreter6.png|none|thumb|881x881px]]

Next, '''enter the number of requests from the parent that the interpreters serve no other role in the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Interpreter7.png|none|thumb|878x878px]]

Then, '''enter the number of requests granted by the district for the interpreter to serve no other role in the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Interpreter8.png|none|thumb|951x951px]]

'''The second portion of this data requirement is for translations of the conference recommendations form.'''
[[File:Int.png|none|thumb|800x800px]]

First, '''enter the number of translations requested, previously requested translation services, or times otherwise indicated translation was necessary'''.
[[File:Interpreter10.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Next, '''enter the number of translations that were provided'''.
[[File:Interpreter11.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Moving down, '''enter the number of translations that were provided at the time of the IEP meeting'''.
[[File:Interpreter12.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Then, '''enter the average school days taken to provide translations'''.
[[File:Interpreter13.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

''To calculate the average school days taken to provide translations:''

1. Add up the number of days for each student between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.

2. Divide by the total number of students that required a translation

'''The third portion of this data collection is for translations for the IEP forms.'''
[[File:Interpreter14.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

First''', enter the number of translations requested, previously requested translation services, or times otherwise indicated that translation was necessary'''.
[[File:Interpreter15.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Next, '''enter the number of times the translated form was provided'''.
[[File:Interpreter16.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Moving down, '''enter the number of times that the translated form was provided within 30 days of the IEP meeting'''. ''All percentages will calculate automatically in I-Star based on data entry''.
[[File:Interpreter17.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Lastly, enter the average number of school days between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.
[[File:Interpreter18.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

''To calculate the average number of school days between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided:''

1. Add up the number of days for each student between the IEP meeting and when the translated form was provided.

2. Divide that number by the total number of students that required a translation.

Once all data has been addressed on the form, click ‘'''add'''’.
[[File:Interpreter19.png|none|thumb|645x645px]]

To edit the data at a ''later time'', click the '''pencil icon'''.
[[File:Interpreter20.png|none|thumb|554x554px]]

Once you have '''completed reporting''' interpreter data for the school year, ''click'' the check box that reads ‘''I am Done Reporting’'' then click ‘'''Save'''’.
[[File:Interpreter21.png|none|thumb|416x416px]]

Once the box has been checked, '''all remaining schools in the district or districts ill auto-fill with zeros'''.
[[File:Interpreter22.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

If your district or districts '''do not have any requests for interpreters or translators''', then simply check the box that reads ‘''Interpreters and/or Translators Were Not Requested in my District''’ and click ‘'''Confirm'''’.
[[File:Interpreter23.png|none|thumb|898x898px]]

Clicking ‘Confirm’ '''will report zeros for all the schools in the district or districts selected'''.
[[File:Interpreter24.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

''For additional support, contact Harrisburg Project by phone at 1-800-635-5274 or email support at support@hbug.k12.il.us''

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Indicator 13

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<center>(Navigate to [[Indicator 11|< Indicator 11]] | [[I-Star Student User Guide]] | [[Student Profile|Student Profile >]])</center>

''Indicator 13'' measures the percentage of students who are 16 years of age and older with an IEP that includes appropriate measurable post secondary goals that are annually updated and based upon an age-appropriate transition assessment and transition services, including course of study, that will reasonably enable the student to meet those post secondary goals. There also must be evidence that the student was invited to the IEP team meeting where transition services are to be discussed and that, if appropriate, a representative of any participating agency was invited to the IEP team meeting with the prior consent of the parent or student who has reached the age of majority (20 U.S.C. 1416(a)(3)(B)).

Ill. Adm. Code, Section 226.230(c) requires that the student’s IEP must contain a transition plan by the time the student is 14½ years of age, so clients must report Indicator 13 data for all students with IEPs ages 14½ or older. ''Indicator 13'' information is not required for students reported under Fund Codes L, P, N, and U and ''Indicator 13'' data for these records will not be transmitted to ISBE; I-Star clients may still enter this data if they wish to track it locally. Errors and warnings will not be generated for students with Fund Codes L, P, N, or U (despite the indication of an error/warning on the Transition screen in I-Star) since this data is not required for these fund codes.

The collection of this data has been incorporated into I-Star under the Secondary Transition/''Indicator 13'' button. I-Star will produce warnings for all students who are 14½ or older with transition data that do not meet the requirements of ''Indicator 13''.

From the '''Student''' drop-down menu, select '''Student Central'''.
[[File:111.png|none|thumb]]

You can search for students by several different filters such as Student SIS ID, Last Name, First Name, School Year, and/or Resident District.

Click the magnifying glass icon to search.
[[File:GLASS.png|none|thumb|767x767px]]

Click the "13" icon next to the approval record that requires data.
[[File:13.png|none|thumb|975x975px]]

Begin entering the data from the transition form.

NOTE: In order for an ''IEP to meet the requirements'' of State Performance Plan Indicator 13 and to prevent a '''WARNING''' on the student approval record, the following must be true in the transition data reported for students (with reported I-Star records) ages 14½ or older:

· If items 1a through 8r are all answered '''Yes''', then the ''IEP meets Indicator 13 requirements''. I-Star will automatically default the answers of 8s and 8t with '''No'''.

· If items 1a through 7q, 8s, and 8t are ALL answered '''Yes''' AND 8r is answered '''No''', then the IEP ''meets Indicator 13 requirements''.

· If one or more items are answered '''No''', with the exception of question 8, then the IEP '''does not meet''' Indicator 13 requirements.

The final question ''(Does the IEP meet the requirements of Indicator 13?)'' will be automatically updated by I-Star once all checklist questions have been answered.

For all questions, the answer '''Yes''' indicates that the requirement is complete in the student’s transition plan. The answer '''No''' indicates that the requirement in missing from the student’s transition plan, but should be there since the question is applicable for this student.

A '''WARNING''' will ''not'' prevent the student approval record from being approved by ISBE. This simply is an alert to the client that the '''IEP does not meet the requirements of State Performance Plan Indicator 13 and that the IEP should be revised to meet these requirements'''. Be advised that records ''not in compliance'' with State Performance Plan Indicator 13 will be reviewed by ISBE.

To prevent an '''ERROR''' for State Performance Plan Indicator 13, the following must be entered in

the transition data for students (with reported I-Star records) ages 14½ or older:

· Answer items 1a-8t on the checklist.

An '''ERROR''' will prevent the student approval record from being approved by ISBE. Clients must complete all questions in order for the '''ERROR''' to be removed and to allow a successful approval.

In the event that Indicator 13 data is '''NOT''' available by the time the student turns ''14 1/2 years of age'', I-Star will ''still'' require the data and generate a fatal error on the student's approval record.

If the data is not available, districts can still enter data until the correct data has been finalized for Indicator 13.
[[File:Spp13withoutcheckbox.png|none|thumb|741x741px]]

If all survey questions are answered and the “Yes” button turns blue, the student’s Indicator 13 is in compliance.
[[File:Yes.png|none|thumb]]

If all survey questions are answered and the “No” button turns blue, the student’s Indicator 13 is NOT in compliance.
[[File:No.png|none|thumb]]

If all survey questions are answered and the “Incomplete” button turns blue, 1 or more of the Indicator 13 survey questions has not been answered.
[[File:Incom.png|none|thumb]]

When completed, click ‘save’
[[File:Saveand.png|none|thumb|543x543px]]

To return to student central, click cancel.
[[File:Return to student central1.png|none|thumb|575x575px]]

<center></center>

Case Load

2026-03-02T16:19:32Z

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<center>(Navigate to [[Case Load Definition|< Case Load Definition]] | [[I-Star Student User Guide]] | [[Case Load Import|Case Load Import >]])</center>

To enter Student Case Load data, click on Case Load Students from the Student dropdown.
[[File:Enter caseload data.png|none|thumb|397x397px]]

To search for caseloads to edit, fill in the dropdown filters and click the magnifying glass.
[[File:Caseload filters.png|none|thumb|1468x1468px]]

Click the checkbox to the left of the student that must be edited and click the edit caseload button.
[[File:Edited selected caseload.png|none|thumb|1357x1357px]]

Make edits as needed and click Confirm Updates once finished.
[[File:Confrim update to casesload.png|none|thumb|557x557px]]

To create an End/Add on an existing caseload, click the select checkbox next to the student's name and click the "Move or End/Add Selected Caseload" button.
[[File:Endaddcaseload.png|none|thumb|1465x1465px]]

Click End/Add.
[[File:Enter the information to the edit caseload.png|none|thumb|872x872px]]

To show all caseloads for one student, type in the search filters any identifying information and all available caseloads will populate.

NOTE: Key in the end date and I-Star Plus will auto-fill the begin date on the new Caseload to the day after.
[[File:Caseload end add.png|none|thumb|1619x1619px]]
<center>(Navigate to [[Case Load Definition|< Case Load Definition]] | [[I-Star Student User Guide]] | </center>

Certifying December 1 Child Count

2026-02-24T20:04:21Z

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'''What is the December 1 Child Count?'''

''States must count and report an unduplicated number of children with disabilities receiving special education and related services between Oct. 1 and Dec. 1 of each year, according to the Code of Federal Regulations that govern Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) (see 34 CFR Sections 300.640 and 300.641). Per Section 2-3.30 of the School Code Illinois uses Dec. 1 to compile an unduplicated count of students with disabilities reported annually to the federal government.''

'''The Current Year Child Count Numbers are used for:'''

* State Performance Plan Indicators 5, 6, 8, 9 and 10
* Special Education Tuition Cost Sheets
* Nonpublic Proportionate Share (Fund L,P)

'''The Previous Year Child Count Numbers are used for:'''

* Special Ed Profile
* IDEA Excess Cost Worksheet (MOE)
* Indicator 4B
* ISBE Report Card

'''Who Certifies the December 1 Child Count?'''

* District Superintendent
* Designated Individual with District Administrator Roles in I-Star Plus.
* ''Although a cooperative may manage I-Star Plus data throughout the fiscal year, cooperatives '''do not have the authority to certify''' on behalf of a member district''

'''TO CERTIFY THE DECEMBER 1 CHILD COUNT:'''

Log into the IWAS system and then to I-Star Plus under System Listing.

From the main page of I-Star Plus, click on the '''Data Collection''' dropdown and click once more on '''Child Count Status/Certifications.'''

''NOTE: Districts are not permitted to certify until the final numbers have been released by ISBE.'' [[File:Certifying Dec 1 Child Count.png|none|thumb|445x445px]]

Click the + sign next to your district's name.
[[File:Certify the child count.png|none|thumb|497x497px]]

The District Superintendent/District Administrator can then review the final 2026 Child Count number prior to certifying.

NOTE: The number reported CANNOT be changed. All edits in I-Star Plus should have occurred prior to the certification period opening for districts.
[[File:Current Child Count totals.png|none|thumb|643x643px]]

Click the VERTIFY CHILD COUNT NUMBERS button.

'''''Note: IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE 'VERIFY CHILD COUNT NUMBERS BUTTON', YOU DO NOT HAVE THE PROPER CREDENTIALS IN I-STAR TO CERTIFY THE COUNT.'''''
[[File:VERIFY.png|none|thumb|893x893px]]

Click the X to close the current window and confirm that the 'Status' column has updated to show the IWAS account name & timestamp.
[[File:VERIFIED BY.png|none|thumb|1477x1477px]]

If the Status is labeled "Not Verified" the Child Count was not properly certified.
[[File:Not Certified.png|none|thumb]]

For questions and/or concerns regarding the certification process, please contact Harrisburg Project at support@hbug.k12.il.us or (800)-635-5274.

Certifying December 1 Child Count

2026-02-24T15:58:08Z

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'''What is the December 1 Child Count?'''

''States must count and report an unduplicated number of children with disabilities receiving special education and related services between Oct. 1 and Dec. 1 of each year, according to the Code of Federal Regulations that govern Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) (see 34 CFR Sections 300.640 and 300.641). Per Section 2-3.30 of the School Code Illinois uses Dec. 1 to compile an unduplicated count of students with disabilities reported annually to the federal government.''

'''The Current Year Child Count Numbers are used for:'''

* State Performance Plan Indicators 5, 6, 8, 9 and 10
* Special Education Tuition Cost Sheets
* Nonpublic Proportionate Share (Fund L,P)

'''The Previous Year Child Count Numbers are used for:'''

* Special Ed Profile
* IDEA Excess Cost Worksheet (MOE)
* Indicator 4B
* ISBE Report Card

'''Who Certifies the December 1 Child Count?'''

* District Superintendent
* Designated Individual with District Administrator Roles in IWAS
* ''Although a cooperative may manage I-Star Plus data throughout the fiscal year, cooperatives '''do not have the authority to certify''' on behalf of a member district''

'''TO CERTIFY THE DECEMBER 1 CHILD COUNT:'''

Log into the IWAS system and then to I-Star Plus under System Listing.

From the main page of I-Star Plus, click on the '''Data Collection''' dropdown and click once more on '''Child Count Status/Certifications.'''

''NOTE: Districts are not permitted to certify until the final numbers have been released by ISBE. Until then, the district's student count will remain at 0.''[[File:Certifying Dec 1 Child Count.png|none|thumb|445x445px]]

Click the + sign next to your district's name.
[[File:Certify the child count.png|none|thumb|497x497px]]

The District Superintendent/District Administrator can then review the final 2026 Child Count number prior to certifying.

NOTE: The number reported CANNOT be changed. All edits in I-Star Plus should have occurred prior to the certification period opening for districts.
[[File:Current Child Count totals.png|none|thumb|643x643px]]

Click the VERTIFY CHILD COUNT NUMBERS button.

'''''Note: IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE 'VERIFY CHILD COUNT NUMBERS BUTTON', YOU DO NOT HAVE THE PROPER CREDENTIALS IN I-STAR TO CERTIFY THE COUNT.'''''
[[File:VERIFY.png|none|thumb|893x893px]]

Click the X to close the current window and confirm that the 'Status' column has updated to show the IWAS account name & timestamp.
[[File:VERIFIED BY.png|none|thumb|1477x1477px]]

If the Status is labeled "Not Verified" the Child Count was not properly certified.
[[File:Not Certified.png|none|thumb]]

For questions and/or concerns regarding the certification process, please contact Harrisburg Project at support@hbug.k12.il.us or (800)-635-5274.

Certifying December 1 Child Count

2026-02-24T15:53:20Z

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'''What is the December 1 Child Count?'''

''States must count and report an unduplicated number of children with disabilities receiving special education and related services between Oct. 1 and Dec. 1 of each year, according to the Code of Federal Regulations that govern Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) (see 34 CFR Sections 300.640 and 300.641). Per Section 2-3.30 of the School Code Illinois uses Dec. 1 to compile an unduplicated count of students with disabilities reported annually to the federal government.''

'''The Current Year Child Count Numbers are used for:'''

* State Performance Plan Indicators 5, 6, 8, 9 and 10
* Special Education Tuition Cost Sheets
* Nonpublic Proportionate Share (Fund L,P)

'''The Previous Year Child Count Numbers are used for:'''

* Special Ed Profile
* IDEA Excess Cost Worksheet (MOE)
* Indicator 4B
* ISBE Report Card

'''Who Certifies the December 1 Child Count?'''

* District Superintendent
* Designated Individual with District Administrator Roles in IWAS
* ''Although a cooperative may manage I-Star Plus data throughout the fiscal year, cooperatives '''do not have the authority to certify''' on behalf of a member district''

'''TO CERTIFY THE DECEMBER 1 CHILD COUNT:'''

Log into the IWAS system and then to I-Star Plus under System Listing.

From the main page of I-Star Plus, click on the '''Data Collection''' dropdown and click once more on '''Child Count Status/Certifications.'''

''NOTE: Districts are not permitted to certify until the final numbers have been released by ISBE. Until then, the district's student count will remain at 0.''[[File:Certifying Dec 1 Child Count.png|none|thumb|445x445px]]

Click the + sign next to your district's name.
[[File:Certify the child count.png|none|thumb|497x497px]]

The District Superintendent/District Administrator can then review the final 2026 Child Count number prior to certifying.

NOTE: The number reported CANNOT be changed. All edits in I-Star Plus should have occurred prior to the certification period opening for districts.
[[File:Current Child Count totals.png|none|thumb|643x643px]]

Click the VERTIFY button.

'''''Note: IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE 'VERIFY CHILD COUNT NUMBERS BUTTON', YOU DO NOT HAVE THE PROPER CREDENTIALS IN I-STAR TO CERTIFY THE COUNT.'''''
[[File:VERIFY.png|none|thumb|893x893px]]

Click the X to close the current window and confirm that the 'Status' column has updated to show the IWAS account name & timestamp.
[[File:VERIFIED BY.png|none|thumb|1477x1477px]]

If the Status is labeled "Not Verified" the Child Count was not properly certified.
[[File:Not Certified.png|none|thumb]]

For questions and/or concerns regarding the certification process, please contact Harrisburg Project at support@hbug.k12.il.us or (800)-635-5274.

Certifying December 1 Child Count

2026-02-24T15:52:23Z

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'''What is the December 1 Child Count?'''

''States must count and report an unduplicated number of children with disabilities receiving special education and related services between Oct. 1 and Dec. 1 of each year, according to the Code of Federal Regulations that govern Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) (see 34 CFR Sections 300.640 and 300.641). Per Section 2-3.30 of the School Code Illinois uses Dec. 1 to compile an unduplicated count of students with disabilities reported annually to the federal government.''

'''The Current Year Child Count Numbers are used for:'''

* State Performance Plan Indicators 5, 6, 8, 9 and 10
* Special Education Tuition Cost Sheets
* Nonpublic Proportionate Share (Fund L,P)

'''The Previous Year Child Count Numbers are used for:'''

* Special Ed Profile
* IDEA Excess Cost Worksheet (MOE)
* Indicator 4B
* ISBE Report Card

'''Who Certifies the December 1 Child Count?'''

* District Superintendent
* Designated Individual with District Administrator Roles in IWAS
* ''Although a cooperative may manage I-Star Plus data throughout the fiscal year, cooperatives '''do not have the authority to certify''' on behalf of a member district''

'''TO CERTIFY THE DECEMBER 1 CHILD COUNT:'''

Log into the IWAS system and then to I-Star Plus under System Listing.

From the main page of I-Star Plus, click on the '''Data Collection''' dropdown and click once more on '''Child Count Status/Certifications.'''

''NOTE: Districts are not permitted to certify until the final numbers have been released by ISBE. Until then, the district's student count will remain at 0.''[[File:Certifying Dec 1 Child Count.png|none|thumb|445x445px]]

Click the + sign next to your district's name.
[[File:Certify the child count.png|none|thumb|497x497px]]
The District Superintendent/District Administrator can then review the final 2026 Child Count number prior to certifying.

NOTE: The number reported CANNOT be changed. All edits in I-Star Plus should have occurred prior to the certification period opening for districts.
[[File:Current Child Count totals.png|none|thumb|643x643px]]

Click the VERTIFY button.
Note: IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE 'VERIFY CHILD COUNT NUMBERS BUTTON', YOU DO NOT HAVE THE PROPER CREDENTIALS IN I-STAR TO CERTIFY THE COUNT.
[[File:VERIFY.png|none|thumb|893x893px]]

Click the X to close the current window and confirm that the 'Status' column has updated to show the IWAS account name & timestamp.
[[File:VERIFIED BY.png|none|thumb|1477x1477px]]

If the Status is labeled "Not Verified" the Child Count was not properly certified.
[[File:Not Certified.png|none|thumb]]
If an I-Star user has followed all specified steps and the "Certify" button is not available at the TOP of the screen, that individual does not have the proper security roles to certify the Child Count number for that district.

For questions and/or concerns regarding the certification process, please contact Harrisburg Project at support@hbug.k12.il.us or (800)-635-5274.

Certifying December 1 Child Count

2026-02-24T15:51:31Z

Kspees:

'''What is the December 1 Child Count?'''

''States must count and report an unduplicated number of children with disabilities receiving special education and related services between Oct. 1 and Dec. 1 of each year, according to the Code of Federal Regulations that govern Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) (see 34 CFR Sections 300.640 and 300.641). Per Section 2-3.30 of the School Code Illinois uses Dec. 1 to compile an unduplicated count of students with disabilities reported annually to the federal government.''

'''The Current Year Child Count Numbers are used for:'''

* State Performance Plan Indicators 5, 6, 8, 9 and 10
* Special Education Tuition Cost Sheets
* Nonpublic Proportionate Share (Fund L,P)

'''The Previous Year Child Count Numbers are used for:'''

* Special Ed Profile
* IDEA Excess Cost Worksheet (MOE)
* Indicator 4B
* ISBE Report Card

'''Who Certifies the December 1 Child Count?'''

* District Superintendent
* Designated Individual with District Administrator Roles in IWAS
* ''Although a cooperative may manage I-Star Plus data throughout the fiscal year, cooperatives '''do not have the authority to certify''' on behalf of a member district''

'''TO CERTIFY THE DECEMBER 1 CHILD COUNT:'''

Log into the IWAS system and then to I-Star Plus under System Listing.

From the main page of I-Star, click on the Data Collection dropdown and click once more on Child Count Status/Certifications

''NOTE: Districts are not permitted to certify until the final numbers have been released by ISBE. Until then, the district's student count will remain at 0.''[[File:Certifying Dec 1 Child Count.png|none|thumb|445x445px]]Click the + sign next to your district's name.
[[File:Certify the child count.png|none|thumb|497x497px]]
The District Superintendent/District Administrator can then review the final 2026 Child Count number prior to certifying.

NOTE: The number reported CANNOT be changed. All edits in I-Star Plus should have occurred prior to the certification period opening for districts.
[[File:Current Child Count totals.png|none|thumb|643x643px]]

Click the VERTIFY button.
Note: IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE 'VERIFY CHILD COUNT NUMBERS BUTTON', YOU DO NOT HAVE THE PROPER CREDENTIALS IN I-STAR TO CERTIFY THE COUNT.
[[File:VERIFY.png|none|thumb|893x893px]]

Click the X to close the current window and confirm that the 'Status' column has updated to show the IWAS account name & timestamp.
[[File:VERIFIED BY.png|none|thumb|1477x1477px]]

If the Status is labeled "Not Verified" the Child Count was not properly certified.
[[File:Not Certified.png|none|thumb]]
If an I-Star user has followed all specified steps and the "Certify" button is not available at the TOP of the screen, that individual does not have the proper security roles to certify the Child Count number for that district.

For questions and/or concerns regarding the certification process, please contact Harrisburg Project at support@hbug.k12.il.us or (800)-635-5274.

File:VERIFIED BY.png

2026-02-24T15:51:17Z

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verified by

Certifying December 1 Child Count

2026-02-24T15:50:37Z

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'''What is the December 1 Child Count?'''

''States must count and report an unduplicated number of children with disabilities receiving special education and related services between Oct. 1 and Dec. 1 of each year, according to the Code of Federal Regulations that govern Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) (see 34 CFR Sections 300.640 and 300.641). Per Section 2-3.30 of the School Code Illinois uses Dec. 1 to compile an unduplicated count of students with disabilities reported annually to the federal government.''

'''The Current Year Child Count Numbers are used for:'''

* State Performance Plan Indicators 5, 6, 8, 9 and 10
* Special Education Tuition Cost Sheets
* Nonpublic Proportionate Share (Fund L,P)

'''The Previous Year Child Count Numbers are used for:'''

* Special Ed Profile
* IDEA Excess Cost Worksheet (MOE)
* Indicator 4B
* ISBE Report Card

'''Who Certifies the December 1 Child Count?'''

* District Superintendent
* Designated Individual with District Administrator Roles in IWAS
* ''Although a cooperative may manage I-Star Plus data throughout the fiscal year, cooperatives '''do not have the authority to certify''' on behalf of a member district''

'''TO CERTIFY THE DECEMBER 1 CHILD COUNT:'''

Log into the IWAS system and then to I-Star Plus under System Listing.

From the main page of I-Star, click on the Data Collection dropdown and click once more on Child Count Status/Certifications

''NOTE: Districts are not permitted to certify until the final numbers have been released by ISBE. Until then, the district's student count will remain at 0.''[[File:Certifying Dec 1 Child Count.png|none|thumb|445x445px]]Click the + sign next to your district's name.
[[File:Certify the child count.png|none|thumb|497x497px]]
The District Superintendent/District Administrator can then review the final 2026 Child Count number prior to certifying.

NOTE: The number reported CANNOT be changed. All edits in I-Star Plus should have occurred prior to the certification period opening for districts.
[[File:Current Child Count totals.png|none|thumb|643x643px]]

Click the VERTIFY button.
Note: IF YOU DO NOT HAVE THE 'VERIFY CHILD COUNT NUMBERS BUTTON', YOU DO NOT HAVE THE PROPER CREDENTIALS IN I-STAR TO CERTIFY THE COUNT.
[[File:VERIFY.png|none|thumb|893x893px]]

Click the X to close the current window and confirm that the 'Status' column has updated to show the IWAS account name & timestamp.

If the Status is labeled "Not Verified" the Child Count was not properly certified.
[[File:Not Certified.png|none|thumb]]
If an I-Star user has followed all specified steps and the "Certify" button is not available at the TOP of the screen, that individual does not have the proper security roles to certify the Child Count number for that district.

For questions and/or concerns regarding the certification process, please contact Harrisburg Project at support@hbug.k12.il.us or (800)-635-5274.

File:VERIFY.png

2026-02-24T15:49:19Z

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verify

File:Certify button.png

2026-02-24T15:47:18Z

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CERTIFY BUTTON

Certifying December 1 Child Count

2026-02-23T20:24:42Z

Kspees:

'''What is the December 1 Child Count?'''

''States must count and report an unduplicated number of children with disabilities receiving special education and related services between Oct. 1 and Dec. 1 of each year, according to the Code of Federal Regulations that govern Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) (see 34 CFR Sections 300.640 and 300.641). Per Section 2-3.30 of the School Code Illinois uses Dec. 1 to compile an unduplicated count of students with disabilities reported annually to the federal government.''

'''The Current Year Child Count Numbers are used for:'''

* State Performance Plan Indicators 5, 6, 8, 9 and 10
* Special Education Tuition Cost Sheets
* Nonpublic Proportionate Share (Fund L,P)

'''The Previous Year Child Count Numbers are used for:'''

* Special Ed Profile
* IDEA Excess Cost Worksheet (MOE)
* Indicator 4B
* ISBE Report Card

'''Who Certifies the December 1 Child Count?'''

* District Superintendent
* Designated Individual with District Administrator Roles in IWAS
* ''Although a cooperative may manage I-Star Plus data throughout the fiscal year, cooperatives '''do not have the authority to certify''' on behalf of a member district''

'''TO CERTIFY THE DECEMBER 1 CHILD COUNT:'''

Log into the IWAS system and then to I-Star Plus under System Listing.

From the main page of I-Star, click on the Data Collection dropdown and click once more on Child Count Status/Certifications

''NOTE: Districts are not permitted to certify until the final numbers have been released by ISBE. Until then, the district's student count will remain at 0.''[[File:Certifying Dec 1 Child Count.png|none|thumb|445x445px]]Click the + sign next to your district's name.
[[File:Certify the child count.png|none|thumb|497x497px]]
The District Superintendent/District Administrator can then review the final 2026 Child Count number prior to certifying.

NOTE: The number reported CANNOT be changed. All edits in I-Star Plus should have occurred prior to the certification period opening for districts.
[[File:Current Child Count totals.png|none|thumb|643x643px]]
Click the CERTIFY button.

Click the X to close the current window and confirm that the 'Status' column has updated to show the IWAS account name & timestamp.

If the Status is labeled "Not Verified" the Child Count was not properly certified.
[[File:Not Certified.png|none|thumb]]
If an I-Star user has followed all specified steps and the "Certify" button is not available at the TOP of the screen, that individual does not have the proper security roles to certify the Child Count number for that district.

For questions and/or concerns regarding the certification process, please contact Harrisburg Project at support@hbug.k12.il.us or (800)-635-5274.

Certifying December 1 Child Count

2026-02-13T20:41:40Z

Kspees:

'''What is the December 1 Child Count?'''

''States must count and report an unduplicated number of children with disabilities receiving special education and related services between Oct. 1 and Dec. 1 of each year, according to the Code of Federal Regulations that govern Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) (see 34 CFR Sections 300.640 and 300.641). Per Section 2-3.30 of the School Code Illinois uses Dec. 1 to compile an unduplicated count of students with disabilities reported annually to the federal government.''

'''The Current Year Child Count Numbers are used for:'''

* State Performance Plan Indicators 5, 6, 8, 9 and 10
* Special Education Tuition Cost Sheets
* Nonpublic Proportionate Share (Fund L,P)

'''The Previous Year Child Count Numbers are used for:'''

* Special Ed Profile
* IDEA Excess Cost Worksheet (MOE)
* Indicator 4B
* ISBE Report Card

'''Who Certifies the December 1 Child Count?'''

* District Superintendent
* Designated Individual with District Administrator Roles in IWAS
* ''Although a cooperative may manage I-Star Plus data throughout the fiscal year, cooperatives '''do not have the authority to certify''' on behalf of a member district''

'''TO CERTIFY THE DECEMBER 1 CHILD COUNT:'''

Log into the IWAS system and then to I-Star Plus under System Listing.

From the main page of I-Star, click on the Data Collection dropdown and click once more on Child Count Status/Certifications

''NOTE: Districts are not permitted to certify until the final numbers have been released by ISBE. Until then, the district's student count will remain at 0.''[[File:Certifying Dec 1 Child Count.png|none|thumb|445x445px]]Click the + sign next to your district's name.
[[File:Certify the child count.png|none|thumb|497x497px]]
The District Superintendent/District Administrator can then review the final 2026 Child Count number prior to certifying.

NOTE: The number reported CANNOT be changed. All edits in I-Star Plus should have occurred prior to the certification period opening for districts.
[[File:Current Child Count totals.png|none|thumb|643x643px]]
Click the CERTIFY button.

'''*MISSING A SCREENSHOT HERE*'''

Click the X to close the current window and confirm that the 'Status' column has updated to show the IWAS account name & timestamp.

If the Status is labeled "Not Verified" the Child Count was not properly certified.
[[File:Not Certified.png|none|thumb]]
If an I-Star user has followed all specified steps and the "Certify" button is not available at the TOP of the screen, that individual does not have the proper security roles to certify the Child Count number for that district.

For questions and/or concerns regarding the certification process, please contact Harrisburg Project at support@hbug.k12.il.us or (800)-635-5274.

Certifying December 1 Child Count

2026-02-10T19:50:36Z

Kspees:

'''What is the December 1 Child Count?'''

''States must count and report an unduplicated number of children with disabilities receiving special education and related services between Oct. 1 and Dec. 1 of each year, according to the Code of Federal Regulations that govern Part B of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) (see 34 CFR Sections 300.640 and 300.641). Per Section 2-3.30 of the School Code Illinois uses Dec. 1 to compile an unduplicated count of students with disabilities reported annually to the federal government.''

'''The Current Year Child Count Numbers are used for:'''

* State Performance Plan Indicators 5, 6, 8, 9 and 10
* Special Education Tuition Cost Sheets
* Nonpublic Proportionate Share (Fund L,P)

'''The Previous Year Child Count Numbers are used for:'''

* Special Ed Profile
* IDEA Excess Cost Worksheet (MOE)
* Indicator 4B
* ISBE Report Card

'''Who Certifies the December 1 Child Count?'''

* District Superintendent
* Designated Individual with District Administrator Roles in IWAS
* ''Although a cooperative may manage I-Star Plus data throughout the fiscal year, cooperatives '''do not have the authority to certify''' on behalf of a member district''

'''TO CERTIFY THE DECEMBER 1 CHILD COUNT:'''

Log into the IWAS system and then to I-Star under System Listing.

From the main page of I-Star, click on the Data Collection dropdown and click once more on Child Count Status/Certifications

''NOTE: Districts are not permitted to certify until the final numbers have been released by ISBE. Until then, the district's student count will remain at 0.''[[File:Certifying Dec 1 Child Count.png|none|thumb|445x445px]]Click the + sign next to your district's name.
[[File:Certify the child count.png|none|thumb|497x497px]]
The District Superintendent/District Administrator can then review the final 2026 Child Count number prior to certifying.

NOTE: The number reported CANNOT be changed. All edits in I-Star Plus should have occurred prior to the certification period opening for districts.
[[File:Current Child Count totals.png|none|thumb|643x643px]]
Click the CERTIFY button.

'''*MISSING A SCREENSHOT HERE*'''

Click the X to close the current window and confirm that the 'Status' column has updated to show the IWAS account name & timestamp.

If the Status is labeled "Not Verified" the Child Count was not properly certified.
[[File:Not Certified.png|none|thumb]]
If an I-Star user has followed all specified steps and the "Certify" button is not available at the TOP of the screen, that individual does not have the proper security roles to certify the Child Count number for that district.

For questions and/or concerns regarding the certification process, please contact Harrisburg Project at support@hbug.k12.il.us or (800)-635-5274.

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2026-02-10T19:47:38Z

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Not Certified

File:Current Child Count totals.png

2026-02-10T19:34:05Z

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Current Child Count Totals

File:Certify the child count.png

2026-02-10T19:30:45Z

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Certify the child count

Certifying December 1 Child Count

2026-02-10T18:00:35Z

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