The caseworker must complete or update Form 2085E [sic, broken link] Designation of the Education Decision-Maker with current information when:

 •  a new person is designated as the person who can make educational decisions for the child;

 •  a new person is designated as the surrogate parent; or

 •  a surrogate parent is appointed for the first time.

The caseworker must inform the court of changes in the education decision-maker or surrogate parent, if applicable, in the next permanency progress report.

The caseworker must ensure the updated Form 2085E is provided to the school immediately, but no later than the fifth day after the person is designated.

See 15342 Education Decision-Maker Form.