The Task Force concludes with confidence that Vermont regulations do not in any substantial way increase this burden. B. Other State and Federal Laws Also Create Burden Other state and federal laws also contribute to the burden experienced by personnel. Lack of interagency coordination at both the state and federal levels increases paperwork and procedural tasks. The increased emphasis on accountability, such as the statewide assessment system and alternate assessment, throughout the educational system adds paperwork and procedural tasks. The complexity of the requirements under IDEA leads to inevitable inconsistencies in practice at the local level.
Inconsistencies can lead to non-compliance.
Non-compliance results increased paperwork and procedural tasks due to litigation. Vermont must move forward in creating a comprehensive system for effective communication and use of alternative dispute resolution methods at every level of the special education system. The present paperwork and procedural requirements overtax the capacity of school personnel. The amount of special education teacher s time spent on paperwork and procedural tasks is out of proportion to the time devoted to working with children. Schools generally operate with a minimum of clerical support.