What are the rights of parents in the IEP process?
Parents must be given the opportunity to participate in the decision-making process about their child’s education. School districts are required to provide a written notice in the language the parents speak describing proposed actions the school district will take with their child and the steps a parent can take if the parent disagrees. These actions may include the evaluation, classification and placement of a child. Some actions may require a parent’s written permission prior to the school district carrying them out. A parent’s consent is required when a child is evaluated and the first time a child receives special education. Parents should ask the CPSE or the CSE for a full explanation of their due process rights.
