Resolving IEP Disagreements, Due Process and Other Educational-Related Complaints
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IEP Disagreements
A parent may decide that they do not want to sign the IEP because one or more parts of the plan are not appropriate for their child. IDEA describes a series of steps called due process that are intended to protect parents’ rights to disagree with the school about their child’s education. It is also intended to guarantee that the parent, their child and the school are treated fairly as they attempt to settle a dispute.
Other Kinds of Educational-Related Complaints
Compliance Complaint
A parent may file a compliance complaint if they believe the school district has violated a part of the special education law.
Discrimination/Harassment Complaint
The resolution of most complaints is the responsibility of local educational agencies (LEAs), which consist of local school districts, county offices of education and charter schools. LEAs are required to establish local complaint policies that describe the procedures that must be followed to resolve complaints.