• AACPS Special Education IEP Video Series

Parental Rights - Procedural Safeguards  - Revised July 2021
Parental Rights – Procedural Safeguards Summary 
Parental Rights - Procedural Safeguards Summary - Spanish

Dispute Resolution Forms and Information
Special Education State Complaint Resolution Procedure
State Complaint Form, (3 – 21 Individualized Education Program)
State Complaint Form, (Birth – 3 Individualized Family Service Plan or 4 if extended Individualized Family Service Plan)
Listing of Free/Low-Cost Assistance for Special Education Disputes
State Complaint, Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Due Process (FAQ)
Mediation (FAQ)

The MSDE Family Support Section of the Family Support and Dispute Resolution Branch, responds to parent inquiries, assists parents with navigating Maryland's early intervention and special education systems, and provides parents with school system resources. 
MSDE contact:
Ken Hudock (current 3/24/22)
Section Chief, Family Support Services
Maryland State Department of Education
Division of Early Intervention and Special Education Services
410-767-0255 or kenneth.hudock@maryland.gov

(NOTE:  If you would like a copy of the Parent Resource Manual, please contact your child’s school)

The manual was developed to assist parents of children living with Autism Spectrum Disorders. These resources will also support parents living with children diagnosed with other disabilities. There are many sections within the Parent Manual, which will assist you with interventions, strategies, and resources. Listed below are examples of a few sections: 

• Understand the diagnostic criteria of Autism
• Helping peers and community members understand ASD
• Identify potential therapeutic interventions
• Recognize considerations and guidelines for developing friendships within the community
• Explore supportive stress management tips for the caretaker
• Introducing your child reference worksheet
• Creating an “Emergency Protocol Plan”

Asperger's Syndrome

Autism Spectrum Disorder