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.
Clerical duties, such as typing, filling out notices, and copying should be eliminated from professional educators responsibilities. So long as the current federal mandates remain in place, Vermont will need to continue to invest in the capacity of its school personnel to be in compliance with the law. Vermont must increase its commitment to providing access to technology and technological support in all school districts. In addition, Vermont students with disabilities are only some of the students in Vermont schools with diverse learning needs. Vermont must continue to strengthen its capacity to serve the diverse learning needs of all students and support the dramatic changes being asked of general education personnel in this process of reform.