Reimbursement for expenses for surrogate parents

*Mileage Allowance

Surrogate parents shall be paid a mileage allowance at the current state rate for use of their personal vehicle.

*Meals and Lodging

Surrogate parents shall be allowed meal and lodging expenses at the current state rates.

*Telephone Expenses

Surrogate parents shall be allowed actual costs for telephone toll charges related to special education issues.

*Other Expenses

Surrogate parents shall be allowed actual and reasonable costs for additional expenses incurred in the execution of their duties (e.g. child care, copying, etc.)  Receipt required for any item exceeding five dollars.

*Out of State Travel

Whenever out of state travel is being considered, the surrogate parent should contact the Department of Education one month in advance for instructions as to how to complete the necessary forms.