Oregon Statutes 419B.223 – Duties and tenure of surrogate
A person that is appointed surrogate for a ward has the duty and authority to protect the due process rights of the ward with respect to the provision of free appropriate public education. A surrogate appointed by the court shall immediately apply to the attending school district for an evaluation of the ward’s eligibility for special education and shall participate in the development of the ward’s educational plan as provided in ORS Chapter 343. The duties and responsibilities of the surrogate shall continue until whichever of the following occurs first:
Terms Used In Oregon Statutes 419B.223
- Guardian: A person legally empowered and charged with the duty of taking care of and managing the property of another person who because of age, intellect, or health, is incapable of managing his (her) own affairs.
(1) The ward is 21 years of age;
(2) The ward is determined to be no longer eligible for special education; or
(3) The juvenile court terminates wardship and determines that the child’s parent or guardian is both known and available to protect the special educational rights of the child. [1993 c.33 § 78; 2003 c.396 § 52]
[1993 c.33 § 85; 1993 c.546 § 39; repealed by 2001 c.622 § 57]
(Guardian Ad Litem for Parent)