The district must initiate a due process hearing to receive a hearing officer's opinion ruling in favor of the proposed change in order to implement the proposed changes. If the district refuses to implement the changes proposed by the parent, the changes will not be implemented unless the parent initiates a due process hearing to receive a hearing officers opinion ruling in favor of the proposed change. Under this system, both the school and family voluntarily agree to meet with an impartial person to discuss and resolve their disagreements. If agreement can not be reached, a due process hearing can be requested and held. Review your student's educational file.
Parents have the right to examine all records and obtain copies.
Visit your child's school. Observe all appropriate classrooms that your son or daughter may be placed in. Identify areas where you feel additional aids and services are needed for your child to succeed. Talk to your child. Request a list of the goals and objectives that the teacher feels are appropriate.