Thanks aeh. You are such an amazing resource and so very much appreciated!
I can't help but wonder why on earth the PAL math test wasn't used during DD's evaluation or mentioned when the team was telling me how little is known about math disabilities, there really wasn't a better alternative to repeating Key Math, that there are no scientifically proven interventions, etc. DD spent 15 hours over 3 days testing with the 2e specialist. I realize her combination of challenges is extremely complex but from what I have seen on line I would think this would have been appropriate to include in the testing battery. It's all just so frustrating.
Is there any special qualifications for a tester to administer this? Can any spec Ed teacher or school psych do it or should I pursue testing by the aforementioned dually certified math/spec Ed teacher? Any reason I should/would face push back if I request this eval? Also would a certified spec Ed/ high school math teacher fit the bill if the math specialist requirements are basically the same?
