This page presents a model letter or email you might write the school to ask that your child be evaluated to see if he or she has a disability. This template is written for initial requests for special education assessments.But, you can edit the form as-needed. By: the United Advocates for Children of California. Here is a sample letter requesting an Individual Education Plan for your child: (Your Name). Here are sample letters and forms often used to communicate with the school about the needs of a student. As a parent, guardian or advocate, you have a legal right to request that your public school evaluate your child for special education. Here are sample letters and forms often used to communicate with the school about the needs of a student. 300.111; California Education Code (Cal. Ed. Code) Secs. 56300-56302.