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An IEP is an Individualized Education Plan developed by a team of parents and school district staff.

IEP Meeting

The forum in which parents and the school district jointly determine the needs of a student with a disability and develop a program that will provide him with an appropriate education; intended by Congress to make parents and school districts operate as equal participants in decisions regarding the student’s educational plan. 34 CFR 320 through 34 CFR 324.

The plan lists specific services and goals a student will receive from the school district.

If parents disagree with any or all portions of the IEP, they may request a due process hearing with the Officer of Administrative Hearing (“OAH”). At the hearing, both sides present evidence by calling witnesses and — documents to support their case. An OAH judge decides whether your child received or was offered a free and appropriate public education.

An informal process in which parents and school districts voluntarily resolve differences about issues such as identification, programming, or placement for a student with a disability without conduction a due process hearing. The dispute can also involve matters arising prior to the filing of a due process complaint 34 CFR 300.50b(a)

Our representatives are also available for presentations to support groups and resource fairs.

Workshops will include a Powerpoint presentation on:

• “How to advocate for your child in special      Education”
• “Changes to IDEA”
• “Knowing Our Rights”

Please email us at info@kedlawoffice.com for more details.

Disability Rights California

Community Alliance For Special Education (CASE)
(415) 431-2285

Protection and Advocacy, Inc. (PAI)
Toll Free: (800) 776-5746

Wrightslaw
Hub City Autism Network (Hub Can)
hubcityautism@gmail.com

South Los Angeles Regional Center (SLARC)
Education Empowerment Program
info@kedlawoffice.com
or
Contact your Service Coordinator at SCLARC