Chapter 7: When Things Aren't Going Well

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School Superintendent Complaint

Today's date (month, day, year)

Your Name & Address
Your Phone Number

Superintendent's Name
Address

Dear (Mr., Mrs., Ms., etc.)

I am writing to file a written complaint in regards to my child, (your child's name), who is currently a student at (school's name). I believe that the school is not in compliance with MSER, Chapter 101. I am basing this belief on ___________ [ describe your complaint(s) in one or more of the areas of identification, programming, placement or FAPE; and list any evidence that supports this ]. (If appropriate you might include copies of documentation that supports this; i.e.: current IEP, Quarterly Reports, work samples, etc.)

I understand under MSER, Chapter 101, Section 12.11G, that I will receive a response and any corrective action to be taken to resolve this complaint within 30 days of your receipt of this written request.

Sincerely,

(your name)

Cc: Special Education Director
(name and address)

Be sure to make a copy for your own records.