Ed Health Fitness Health Services Home-Based Ed. Special Ed Statewide Facts Statistics Student Involvement Teacher Assistance Prog. When parents and school personnel disagree about the educational program for a student with disabilities, either party may request a mediation.
Mediation is an optional alternative to a due process hearing.
Mediation is a form of dispute resolution in which an impartial mediator assists disputing parties in a collaborative problem-solving process. Mediators help parents and school personnel resolve conflicts, clarify issues and develop mutually acceptable agreements to best meet the educational needs of the student. Mediation lends itself to the development of a positive working relationship between parents and school district personnel. Special education mediation services are available at no charge to parents or school districts. Mediation is funded by the State Office of Superintendent of Public Instruction.