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How many days after an IEP meeting do parents have to disagree with an IEP teams decision?
If you can’t agree within 30 days, you get a hearing. The 30 days starts on the day you asked for a hearing. It can take longer if you refuse to go to the meeting. If you and the school agree at the meeting, it must be put in writing.
How do you diffuse an angry parent?
Use positivity to diffuse their anger. Let the parents vent first….You can handle angry parents by following these suggestions:
- Listen and Agree. Allow them the opportunity to vent without interruption.
- Categorize.
- Empathize.
- Take Responsibility and Apologize.
- Let Them Know You’re Going to Fix It.
- Follow Up.
Should a school board attorney be at an IEP meeting?
While the presence of a school board atty is usually viewed as a threat by parents and advocates, this is actually a great opportunity to market and sell what the child needs. Over the years I have represented many parents who were fearful about IEP meetings, especially if the school bd attorney would be there.
Can I exclude my child’s father from an IEP meeting?
The school is required to let you know who will attend the IEP meeting. The school does not have to request your permission or bow to your wishes to exclude the child’s father. Can the school have legal consult attend the meeting even after I stated I do not want their legal consult present
Is it bad if I don’t sign the IEP right away?
You are not a bad parent if you do not sign right away, you are a cautious parent. If you do not agree with the proposed IEP plan, you can sign that you disagree and do not accept the proposed plan.
Will an IEP bankrupt the school district?
As for the idea that an IEP will bankrupt the school district, this is absurd. The school districts have plenty of money to provide children who need an IEP with an IEP. A 504 plan costs the district nothing and if the district fails to comply with the 504 plan, you really have no legal recourse.