For a special education student, what are the rules concerning incorporation of parental input/concerns within a student's IEP?

In New Jersey there is typically a section in the IEP that is marked, "Parental Concerns" where the parents has the opportunity to list their...

How should I handle this situation the correct way?

You can report these incidents to the Department of Child Protection and Permanency (formerly known as DYFS), and they can investigate. You may...

For a special education student, who is the most appropriate expert for behavioral services?

You have indicated a number of issues that would need to be addressed. If you are looking for an independent expert to deal with behaviors, you...

What should I do? I fear if I rescind my request, they'll do nothing & I'm back where I started.

From what you describe, there has been a significant amount of time lost already without evaluations or any services for your child. Based solely...

During special education high school transition planning, it it necessary to determine length of stay upon entry?

I am not sure what you mean by "option 2" as this is typically a program where students can apply to take courses that are not being offered at the...

School Residency Law

There are several issues you raise in your request. First, there is the issue of where you and your child are or will be living. If you are taking...

Since there are little facts presented, if you feel that the principal was retaliating against you or bullying you for advocating for others, and...

How many times can a Special Education parent make an OPRA request?

Typically at any time a parent can request to receive a copy of their child's entire student file by signing an Authorization. This form is usually...

Is it legal for a college to keep tuition payments if the student cancelled her enrollment in the school on the first day?

It is difficult to answer this question with the little information provided. However, typically there is a tuition agreement that is signed along...

Looking for a lawyer that specializes in Special Education

Based on the limited information you posted, it would seem that you have issues with the special education or lack of special education services...