Mediation is an impartial and voluntary process that brings together parties that have a dispute concerning any matter arising under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) to have confidential discussions with a qualified and impartial individual. The goal of mediation is for the parties to resolve the dispute and execute a legally binding written agreement reflecting that resolution. Mediation may not be used to deny or delay a parent’s right to a hearing or to an investigation through a Formal State Complaint.
