Special Education State Complaints - Michigan Alliance for Families

Special Education State Complaints with Michelle Driscoll from Michigan Alliance for Families. In this video, learn when and why a parent might want to file a special education state complaint, how the process works, and what other dispute resolution options they can access. · Explain the federal regulations, state rules and guidance about resolving disputes and complaints · Learn about informal and formal dispute resolution options · Understand the definition and purpose of a special education state complaint · Understand the special education state complaint process and procedures · Review of special education state complaint timelines · Learn about corrective action and proof of compliance Follow up questions can be directed to us at [email protected] Visit our website www.michiganallianceforfamilies.org 00:00:00 Welcome! 00:00:28 Acronyms and Symbols 00:01:12 Overview 00:01:35 Relevant Laws and Rules 00:02:48 Dispute Resolution Options 00:03:23 Informal Complaint Resolution 00:05:03 Meeting Facilitation 00:06:27 Mediation 00:09:36 What is a State Complaint 00:10:27 Issues that can be addressed by a State Complaint 00:11:33 Other Types of Complaints 00:12:51 Who Can File 00:14:25 Why File 00:15:13 What Info is Required 00:16:43 Timeline 00:17:42 Where to File 00:18:06 How the Process Proceeds 00:23:44 Final Decision 00:24:17 Corrective Action 00:25:16 Proof of Compliance 00:26:04 Additional Resources 00:26:56 Stay Connected with Michigan Alliance for Families