ISBE due-process decision · FY 2026
Illinois due-process decision 2026-0053: district prevailed
The district filed to defend its supplemental assessments, including an FBA and rating scales, after the pro se parent requested several IEEs at public expense. The hearing officer found the evaluation appropriate and denied the IEEs in behavior, executive functioning, ADHD and emotional regulation.
Outcome: District prevailedDisability: Other Health ImpairmentHearing officer: D. Michael RisenFull decision (PDF, ISBE)
Filed by
The school district
Issues in dispute
Independent educational evaluation (IEE)Eligibility/evaluation/child find
Relief ordered
None; IEEs at public expense denied.
From the decision
The IHO DENIES the Parent's request for Independent Educational Evaluations at public expense
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