When Mediation Is the Best Path in Special Education Disputes

Описание: Not all special education disputes need to end in a formal hearing. Mediation can be a highly effective, less adversarial path—especially when parents and schools want to collaborate.

In our blog, “When Mediation Is the Best Option in Special Education Disputes,” we discuss:

• What mediation is: a voluntary, neutral-facilitated process that focuses on problem-solving—without blame or a formal ruling.
• Ideal mediation scenarios: disagreements over IEP services, eligibility, placement, or communication breakdowns.
• How to prepare: organize IEPs, evaluations, reports, and communications; clarify your priorities; anticipate the school’s perspective; and enter mediation aiming for a practical, child-centered resolution.
• When mediation isn't right: if the school won’t participate, or the issue is a serious legal violation—then a due process or state complaint may be the necessary route.

Read the full blog here: thehullfirmllc.com/2024/12/21/when-mediation-is-the-best-option-in-special-education-disputes/

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