
Navigating Special Education Due Process in California
When collaborative IEP meetings stall and the school district remains firm in a decision that doesn’t serve your child, the legal landscape shifts. In the world of California education law, “Due
Check back here for consistent content focused on the special education system from IEPs to information about the ways school districts are misusing funds and much more.

When collaborative IEP meetings stall and the school district remains firm in a decision that doesn’t serve your child, the legal landscape shifts. In the world of California education law, “Due

Navigating the world of special education can feel like learning a second language while simultaneously fighting a high-stakes legal battle. If you are a parent in the San Diego Unified School

OAH Case Review: Recent case looks at length of time schools have to respond to a Parents request for IEE’s On October 9, 2023, Parent asked the District (“Madera”) for

Special Education Transportation, even as long as I have been practicing, is confusing. The law is vague, and really gives the district a ton of flexibility. Whether a student is

Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) is widely recognized as an effective intervention for students with autism and other developmental needs. Parents often wonder: can my child’s IEP include ABA services at

In California due process hearings, parents lose—or do not fully win—the majority of the time. The win rate hovers between 13% and 20%, based on the most recent and historic

Navigating the special education process can be overwhelming, but understanding your rights and the steps to request assessments is crucial. If you suspect your child may have a disability and

Transportation can be a tricky part of the IEP process. In California, transportation is not aguaranteed right, and district policies generally dictate when and where transportation can beprovided. This gets

Oftentimes a parent does not agree with the assessments that the District has completed on their student. And, very often, a parent does not know what recourse they have under

As a parent of a special needs student, the District is responsible for giving you notice for various events related to your student’s individualized education plan and/or any changes to