Can My principle deny IEP accommodations?

Question

I recently have acquired an IEP. In my accommodations or modifications, it states that I need classes in the afternoon, prompts and cues, extended time, and permission to wear sun glasses while school is in session.

My principle contacted me and told me that the school could not meet all of my accommodations. I thought under the IDEA if I had things spelled out specifically in my IEP, and the IEP was approved by the ARC/IEP committee, by US Federal law, the school has to meet these accommodations, at least public schools, which I do attend. I would understand if it was some million dollar program that they had to put me through, but all I am asking for really is the later classes, sun glasses, and extended time. I mean quite frankly, I am rather upset at the fact that he is spending more time finding ways not to accommodate me than finding ways to enable me to better my self by learning.

If it matters, part of my IEP is classified as OHI or Other Health Impaired. Thank You.

Answer 1

Once a person has an IEP on file, it is actually a legal document. And they have to adhere to it, if they are not you can have your parents call the director of sp-ed which is located at the board office, hire an attorney, or even call the state educational dept.  If you want any information or help email me...... [e-mail]

Answer 2

If it is in the IEP then he HAS to accomidate to the IEP and your needs. This is a very legal issue and could be big if he does not appeal to what is in your IEP.

Answer 3

If the principal has consented to your IEP then I don't think he can.

Have another meeting. The only one I can see him having an issue with is the classes in the afternoon.

You may need to compromise.

Answer 4

Your IEP is a legally binding document. An administrative representative would have been required to agree to and sign it, so even if your principal didn't personally agree, someone acting for him did. Accommodations MUST be given. If for some reason they can't be easily met, it is the responsibility of the school to figure out how to accomplish this. Contact the school district's special education department for help. If that doesn't work, find an advocate to help you. You can usually find an advocate on the copy of your rights you receive at ALL meetings.

Answer 5

If your IEP was approved and signed and said you had to be allowed only green M&M's, your disctrict would be obligated to follow it. Sounds like a grudge match that your principal is pursuing on his own. Furthermore, your principal has no place calling you to say these things. You (or your parent/guardian) should, just for starters, contact the superintendant of your district IN WRITING  and tell them everything you have said here. Ask for another IEP to "clarify" things. I understand that this situation may be creating high emotions on all sides - DON'T play into that. There is a subtle, and often effective, war going on between school districts and Special Ed lawyers/advocates that encourages over-the-top provisions and legal battles based pretty much on indignation alone. It is giving "those-who-are-in-the-position-to-do-som... reason to pause and wonder whether "Special Education laws need to be changed! Things are getting out of hand and the non-Special Ed students are suffering because of all the money going into litigation!"

Schedule another IEP. Bring an advocate. Pick and choose your battles.Treat each other respectfully, be reasonable, and show valid evidence of each of your needs. Be realistic about what is a need and what is a want. If you explain yourself calmly and coherently, the only person who will look bad is the principal (but remember, the objective is not making anyone look bad - it is meeting your educational needs).

Answer 6

No - and neither can the teachers (even if they weren't part of the IEP, didn't sign it, came from another school, whatever) - that is against the law!

Answer 7

No he can not legally do this. An IEP is a legally binding document, it is not a suggestion. Part of you IEP team should have included someone from administration who could speak to whether or not the school would be able to meet and provide accommodations, modifications, services, and any materials/technology specified in the IEP. Once the IEP is complete and agreed upon by all parties (which included administration) then everything on it must be provided. You should seek legal counsel because what he is doing is against the law.

Answer 8

The OHI makes NO DIFFERENCE.  Contact me and I will help you.  You are RIGHT.  What is happening is AGAINST THE LAW.  IDEA  is in place for a reason.  I will tell you what to say.