SDCL § 13-33B-3: Placement of deaf and hard of hearing children.

In considering placement and the least restrictive environment for a deaf or hard-of-hearing student, the individualized education program team shall consider the unique communications needs of the student, in accordance with § 13-33B-2. In making that determination, the individualized education program team shall consider program options that provide the student with an appropriate and equal opportunity for communication access, including those available through South Dakota Services for the Deaf.