Background Information: A preschooler's IEP team met to develop a new IEP for the child. The school principal, who was the district representative at the meeting, had a scheduling conflict and could not attend. However, the principal designated the school guidance counselor to serve in her absence. The counselor did not have the authority to commit any district resources. The occupational therapist who conducted the child's OT evaluation and recommended environmental modifications related to the child's ADHD, also could not attend. As a result, the team declined to consider the evaluation results. The child's special and general educators who were familiar with the child were both present at the meeting. The parent alleges that the IEP team was improperly comprised. District Position: The district has discretion to choose who will serve as the district representative. You be the judge: Was the IEP properly constituted?What is your position? Do you side with the parent or the district?

1. What is your defense of the position you chose?What specific rules and regulations support your decision?