 The parent/guardian may appeal decisions of identification (within 10 school days of receiving the letter of recommendation for identification), programming, and ALP issues in writing to the Director of Gifted and Talented.

 

 The Director of Gifted and Talented will conference with the parents, teacher(s), principal, and school Gifted Coordinator.

 

 The parent/guardian will be notified within five school days of the meeting. If the parent/guardian is dissatisfied with the recommendation from the Director of Gifted and Talented, he/she may appeal in writing to the Assistant Superintendent within 10 school days of receiving the letter of recommendation. The Assistant Superintendent will review the process and evidence and will respond in writing to the parent/guardian within 10 school days of receiving the letter of appeal. The decision of the Assistant Superintendent shall be final.