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A Hearing Officer’s Perspective

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Due Process Hearings

Amanda Dickerson Bradley, Ed.D., J.D.

AGENDA

• Mediation and IEP Facilitation
• Sample Resolution Period Order
• Sample Prehearing Order
• Due Process Hearing Expectations
• Questions and Answers

Mediation and IEP Facilitation

• What are the benefits of mediation and IEP facilitation?
• What are the similarities and differences of IEP facilitation?
• When should I consider mediation?
• When should I consider IEP faciliation?

Sample Resolution Period Order

• See Handout.
• Outlines the Resolution Period requirements for both parties.
• Requires parties to set a hearing date.

Sample Prehearing Order

• See Handout.
• Requires parties to work together to meet timeline requirements.
• Requires parties to work together to maximize productivity.

Due Process Hearing Expectations

• Courteous Conduct
• Professional Conduct

Questions and Answers

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