Dorchester County Public Schools encourages collaborative relationships among all members of the IEP team.  If a dispute should arise, DCPS encourages the parent to contact the Supervisor of Special Education at 410-228-4747 x1022.  If the dispute cannot be resolved, the following links to for additional means to resolve disputes.

• Special Education State Complaint Resolution Procedure (PDF) 

• State Complaint Form (PDF)

• State Complaint, Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)

• Request for Mediation/Due Process Form (PDF)

• Due Process Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)

• Mediation Frequently Asked Questions (PDF)

• Listing of Free/Low-Cost Assistance