Due Process Hearing Case Study

Ben is a 16-year-old student who resides with his family in an unnamed School District. He is eligible for special education by reason of specific learning disability and ADHD. His parents requested a due process hearing, alleging that the District failed to provide him with a free appropriate public education (FAPE) and requesting reimbursement for private school tuition. This article discusses the history of Ben's case, its hearing, and the decision made by the court on his case.