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This library contains CADRE resources as well as State, Lead Agency and Parent Center resources. Please note that CADRE makes no endorsement of the State, Lead Agency and Parent Center resources included here, nor of any policies, procedures, processes, or documents specific to any item.
Engaging in Conflict Constructively: Tools and Skills
PEATC Advocacy Symposium 2021 presentation by Timothy Hedeen, Ph.D.
FACT - State Complaint Toolkit
FFF - Becoming a Stronger Advocate for Children in Your Care
FFF - Promoting Equity In Education Through Family Engagement (Fact Sheet)
FFF - Promoting Equity In Education Through Family Engagement (Video)
These conflict management guidelines are designed to help district staff and parents effectively address conflict in special education. The creation of this document was part of a Portland Public Schools Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) local capacity grant funded by the Oregon Department of Education (ODE).
OR - Dispute Resolution Glossary
OR - Examples of Allegations and Supporting Facts
OR - IEP Facilitation Procedures: A Guide for Families and Districts
Download OR-1 fiep-procedures2012.pdf (105.69 KB)
PEATC - How to Talk So Schools Will Listen...and Listen So Schools Will Talk
PEATC - Special Education Complaint Toolkit
VA - Annual Report of the Dispute Resolution Systems and Administrative Services 2011-12
VA - Due Process Hearing System Questionnaire For LEA
VA - Due Process Hearing System Questionnaire For The Parent/Student
VA - Evaluation of Hearing Officer Form
VA - Managing the Timeline in Due Process Hearings
VA - Mediator Expectation Agreement
VA - Parent's Guide to Special Education Dispute Resolution App on iTunes and on Google Play
Description: This App renders the “Parents' Guide to Special Education Dispute Resolution” by the Virginia Department of Education (VDOE), for mobile devices. It covers “Mediation,” “Formal Complaint,” and “Due Process” and includes a section that defines relevant “Acronyms” and a “Glossary.” The application offers an easy to use question and answer format. Many answers include a direct link to the Regulations Governing Special Education Programs for Children with Disabilities in Virginia. It is designed to help parents and educators better understand their rights and responsibilities during...