ISBE due-process decision · FY 2016
Illinois due-process decision 2015-0350: district prevailed
The parent disputed three IEP goals, including a reading goal and homework-completion transition goals, and claimed the reading goal was not implemented. The hearing officer found the goals appropriate and implemented and that FAPE was provided, denying all relief.
Outcome: District prevailedDisability: Specific Learning DisabilityHearing officer: Janet Maxwell-WickettFull decision (PDF, ISBE)
Filed by
The parent
Issues in dispute
IEP adequacy/implementationTransition/secondary services
Relief ordered
None; complaint dismissed with prejudice.
From the decision
Parent's requested relief is denied and the complaint and amended complaints are dismissed with prejudice.
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