OMM links

I have finally emerged from reading the 2,000 plus or so pages from the OMM due process hearing and appeal. Since I know not everyone has the same desire to dig through days of testimony that I do, so here's a quick rundown on everything I've covered so far on this case: Here is a link to the first article I wrote, after Nicole contacted me and spoke out at a Board of Education meeting about the case and her son. Then, the district announced it would be appealing the ALJ's (administrative law judge) decision. After consulting with attorneys and the state Department of Public Instruction, the district released comments on the case, something they had previously declined to do, citing state and federal privacy laws (including FERPA). Finally, Nicole McWhirter, the mother, released appeal arguments. Now, we're just waiting to find out what the state review officer decides and whether the losing party files a civil suit. If not, the SRO's decision is final.

To read past blogs on the topic, just click on the OMM label at the bottom of this post.