ISBE due-process decision · FY 2022
Illinois due-process decision 2022-0137: parent prevailed
The parents sought district funding of a non-approved residential placement because no state-approved facility would accept the student. In a largely stipulated case, the hearing officer found a FAPE denial and ordered full funding and reimbursement of costs the parents paid.
Outcome: Parent prevailedDisability: AutismHearing officer: Janet Maxwell-WickettFull decision (PDF, ISBE)
Filed by
The parent
Issues in dispute
Placement/LREPrivate/residential placement & reimbursement
Relief ordered
District to fund residential placement through 2022-23 with ESY and transportation; reimburse $57,549.68.
From the decision
The District shall immediately, as of February 12, 2022, assume full financial responsibility for all expenses associated with the Student’s placement
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