ISBE due-process decision · FY 2008
Illinois due-process decision 2008-0258: district prevailed
The district sought to confirm the student's placement and to reevaluate without parental consent; the parent alleged inadequate accommodations, class size and services. The hearing officer found the placement provided FAPE and authorized the reevaluation, including an OT assessment.
Outcome: District prevailedDisability: AutismHearing officer: Mary SchwartzFull decision (PDF, ISBE)
Filed by
Both the parent and the district
Issues in dispute
FAPE denialPlacement/LREEligibility/evaluation/child findRelated services
Relief ordered
District may reevaluate without consent, including an occupational therapy assessment.
From the decision
The student's current educational placement and related services provide him a free appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment.
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