School districts are responsible for holding IEP team meetings that meet the spirit and the letter of the law. Failure to do so can result in bad relationships with parents, and even hearings and lawsuits.

In this 90-minute, recorded audio conference, school attorney Jim Walsh will highlight the most common compliance issues that arise in connection with IEP team meetings. You and your staff will learn your legal requirements in the context of IDEA 2004, its regulations, and the latest interpretations by the courts and hearing officers. Then, Mr. Walsh will explain the practical application of the law as it affects your decisions and actions during the IEP meeting process, including:

• Who are the required members?
• What is the proper procedure for the excusal of a member?
• Who can attend besides the required members?
• What should the team do in the event of non-consensus?
• How do the courts assess "meaningful participation" by the parents?