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Getting HelpQuestions on the Impartial Hearing ProcessYou can contact the Office of Special Education at 518-473-0170 or by email: specedih@mail.nysed.gov for questions about policy and procedures related to the impartial hearing process. Regulatory InformationFor Regulations of the Commissioner of Education in relation to Special Education please go to: http://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed/lawsregs/2001-2005-809.pdf. The section that refers specifically to the Impartial Hearing Process is 8 NYCRR 200.5. The SED publication, Impartial Hearing Process for Students with Disabilities, is available online at: http://www.p12.nysed.gov/specialed/publications/policy/ihprocessguide.htm. This document provides detailed information on all aspects of the impartial hearing process including timelines, procedures, and reporting requirements. Technical HelpAlways check with your local IT personnel for problems or changes with hardware, software or system access before contacting VESID. Call 518-473-0170 or send an email to specedih@mail.nysed.gov for assistance. Online HelpAlways check with your local IT personnel for problems or changes with hardware, software or system access before contacting the Office of Special Education. Call 518-473-0170 or send an email to specedih@mail.nysed.gov for assistance. Online Help is available within the Impartial Hearing Reporting System to answer most questions relating to how to use the system. Click the Help icon located on the main menu screen or on any sub menu screen in IHRS. |