SCHOOL COMPLAINTS

In Connecticut, local school districts are under the authority of their local school board. When parents or guardians have a complaint about the school in which their child is enrolled, including any complaints about the school’s bus transportation service, they should address their complaint to the school district administration. The State Department of Education does not take complaints on school issues that are the responsibility of the local school administration.

However, if the complaint involves special education services, the State Department of Education is responsible and will accept those complaints. If you are unsure whether the issue is the responsibility of the local school board or the State Department of Education, contact the Department of Education Office of Public Information at 860-713-6548 for guidance.

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SOURCE: Office of Public Information, Conn. State Department of Education
PREPARED BY: 211/fj
CONTENT LAST REVIEWED: June2008