Your rights during the special education evaluation process

What rights do families have in a school evaluation? This episode highlights five key ways that special education law protects your rights during the evaluation process. Host Dr. Andy Kahn talks with lawyer Andrew M.I. Lee about what to do if you think the school isn’t following the rules. And parenting expert Amanda Morin gives tips on what to avoid saying to your child about any disputes with the school. To find a transcript for this episode and more resources, visit the episode page at Understood. We love hearing from our listeners. Email us at podcast@understood.org.  Related resourcesEvaluation rights: What you need to knowYou disagree with the school’s evaluation results. Now what?Independent educational evaluations: What you need to know10 smart responses when the school cuts or denies servicesDownloadable letter templates and talking pointsSample letters for requesting evaluations and reportsSample letters for dispute resolutionSample scripts for dispute resolution 
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