Learn more about the proposed legislation from the bill sponsors and supporters of a Special Education Ombudsman Office and other education bills.
How can an Ombudsman Office for
Children with Special Needs
help your family?
The Ombudsman Office would be a resource for parents and guardians to get help with IEPs and 504s.
The office will issue annual reports, will collect data, track, monitor, and investigate special education disputes.
Office can investigate and audit districts and the Rhode Island Department of Education for compliance with federal and state law.
Provide a place for anonymous reports of possible violations.
Establish a "Parent Report Card" that solicits the family's feedback after every school meeting, informs of rights under state and federal law, and provides information to contact Ombudsman Office.
