Will your district's IEPs hold up to challenges posed by parents and withstand close scrutiny by courts and hearing officers? Train your staff on how to avoid the legal pitfalls during the IEP process.

This quick-read pamphlet examines some of the most common missteps -- identified by school district attorneys -- that districts commit in the IEP process. Plus, this convenient resource shows you how your district can avoid making the same mistakes, and how to correct errors that have already been made.

Slippery Slope! highlights solutions to specific problems and mistakes, including:

• Lack of parental participation in the IEP process
• Predetermining IEP services and placement
• Failing to adequately address transition services
• Incomplete IEP team membership
• And 6 more!

What's more, each chapter reviews the applicable statutes and regulations on the topic, and includes an analysis of relevant case law and administrative rulings.