Special Education Law & the “Individualized Education Program” Special education laws give children with disabilities and their parents important rights. Specifically, the federal Individuals … [Read more...]
Special Education Due Process Hearing Decision Appeals
Finality of the Special Education Due Process Hearing Decision A decision made in a special education due process hearing (including a hearing relating to disciplinary procedures) is final, except … [Read more...]
How the Bureau of Special Education Reviews Claims
Any individual or organization (the “complainant”) may submit to the Connecticut State Department of Education a written complaint that claims that a Connecticut education agency, as defined in this … [Read more...]
Expedited Special Education Due Process Hearing
A due process hearing is a legal proceeding that ensures fairness in the decision-making process regarding your child’s special education needs. As a parent, if you disagree with a proposed or refused … [Read more...]
Steps Prior to a Special Education Due Process Hearing
The due process hearing is a legal process in which a hearing officer appointed by the Due Process Unit of the Bureau of Special Education, State Department of Education, decides the resolution of a … [Read more...]
Placement of a Child Requiring Special Education Services
After the Planning and Placement Team (PPT) develops your child’s Individualized Education Program (IEP), the next step is to determine the specific placement of your child to receive his or her … [Read more...]
The Application of Governmental Immunity to School Bullying Suits
In Connecticut, the doctrine of “governmental immunity” may bar a plaintiff bullying victim from succeeding in a claim against a school district. The general concept of governmental immunity stems … [Read more...]
Court Gives Plaintiff in Bullying Case Green Light to Proceed to Trial
In August 2006 Robert and Louise Dornfried filed suit against the Berlin Board of Education, its former and current superintendents, the principal, the athletic director and the coach of Berlin High … [Read more...]
What to Expect After Requesting a Special Education Due Process Hearing
A special education due process hearing is one of the three main administrative remedies available to parents under the Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation … [Read more...]
Mediation in Special Education Complaint Resolution Process
What is Mediation? Mediation is an alternative process in which you may resolve a dispute that arises with your school district as it pertains to your child’s special education rights. Both you and … [Read more...]
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