Webinar, November 5, 2026, with the The Winchester SEPAC (Special Education Parent Advisory Council), /WinPAC. Have questions about special education mediation? Join an informative session presented by Leslie Bock, a mediator with the Massachusetts Bureau of Special Education Appeals (BSEA).
* This session is designed to help families better understand the mediation process and the resources available to support collaboration between families and school districts.
Topics will include:
• When to request mediation
• When mediation may be appropriate
• How to prepare for mediation
• Who should participate
• Facilitated Team Meetings and how they work
Whether you’re exploring your options or simply want to learn more about the special education process, this is an opportunity to build your knowledge and feel more prepared to navigate challenging conversations with your school district.
Special Education Mediation is a voluntary and confidential dispute resolution process available at no cost through the Bureau of Special Education Appeals (BSEA). When school personnel and parents disagree about the educational needs of a student with disabilities, either party may request mediation.
In mediation, an impartial mediator helps parents and school staff clarify the issues and underlying concerns, explore interests, discuss options and collaborate to reach mutually satisfactory agreements that address the needs of the student. The mediator does not decide how to resolve the dispute. When the parties resolve all or some of the issues, they work together with the mediator to put their agreement(s) in writing.
Registration is required
