State complaints under IDEA rose 21.9% in 2023-24. These two guides cover what the record has to show when a family files, and the practices that keep disagreements from getting there.
What the Record Shows: Compliance Risk and Out-of-District Placement
How service logs, progress reports and prior written notice decide state complaints and placement disputes, drawn from recent decisions in Connecticut, Oregon, Pennsylvania and other states. Includes a district self-check and a one-page team checklist.
Families as Partners: Reducing Risk in IEP and 504 Planning
Where trust with families breaks down in IEP and 504 planning, what keeps it intact from the first evaluation request, and the options available before a disagreement becomes a formal dispute. Includes a self-check and a team checklist.