ISBE due-process decision · FY 2009
Illinois due-process decision 2008-0488: split decision
The parent kept the student home over bus-safety concerns and sought a new transportation company, home services and compensation. The hearing officer found FAPE denied only for one day of an unsafe bus incident, ordered make-up services for that day, and denied other relief.
Outcome: Split decisionDisability: Multiple DisabilitiesHearing officer: Full decision (PDF, ISBE)
Filed by
The parent
Issues in dispute
Related servicesCompensatory educationEligibility/evaluation/child findIndependent educational evaluation (IEE)
Relief ordered
Compensatory instruction and services for one missed school day. Bus company change, reimbursement and further compensation denied.
From the decision
in compensation for the special education and related services he missed on March 7, 2008 only.
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