By Jim Walsh, Esq.

In straightforward language, this resource explains what the IDEA requires of districts regarding when and how to conduct a manifestation determination review (MDR) for a student with disabilities. And, with lessons learned from must-know case decisions, you get a comprehensive view of your district's duties, from assembling the review team to ensuring students receive FAPE.

Make sound decisions at every step of the process with guidance on:

• Determining if several short-term discipline removals constitute a pattern of removals
• Removing a student without regard to whether the behavior is determined to be a manifestation of the student's disability
• Addressing special circumstances including drugs, weapons and serious bodily injury
• Plus more!

And for the complete perspective you get a chart comparing MDRs under the IDEA and Section 504, along with a quick-reference Table of Cases so you can quickly locate decisions related to specific situations.