The Special Education Case Files
Register today for our FREE 3-part virtual workshop for Special Education Leaders focused on real-world strategies for navigating legal risk, service delivery gaps, and high-stakes student support decisions.
Three real scenarios. Three legal mysteries. Three sessions with Julie Weatherly — special education legal expert — and her in-house paralegal, Detective Rod.
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REAL DISTRICT DILEMMAS... SOLVED.
Learn from Julie!
In three 1-hour sessions, Julie Weatherly will tackle real district dilemmas live — from staffing shortages to complex compliance decisions.
ACTIONABLE LEGAL & COMPLIANCE TAKEAWAYS to navigate high-stakes special education decisions.
PRACTICAL LEGAL GUIDANCE for staffing shortages, service gaps, and compliance concerns.
READY-TO-USE STRATEGIES & TOOLS to strengthen systems for the ‘26–27 school year.
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What’s Inside Each Case File?
The Doctor’s “Prescription” for an IEP
When parent pressure, medical recommendations, and district obligations collide.
District leaders are increasingly navigating situations where outside medical providers “recommend” specific services, placements, or accommodations. This session explores how to respond collaboratively while maintaining legally sound decision-making processes.
Presented By: Julie Weatherly, Esq.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- Clarify the legal difference between medical recommendations and IEP team decisions.
- Navigate difficult conversations with families while maintaining trust and compliance.
- Build proactive documentation and communication practices that reduce conflict and confusion.
RESOURCES & HANDOUTS:
- Parent communication templates
- IEP decision-making guidance worksheet
- Documentation and meeting prep tools
The Disappearing Service Providers
How districts can respond when staffing shortages threaten service delivery.
Staffing shortages continue to create major challenges for special education teams nationwide. This session focuses on legally defensible, student-centered strategies for addressing service gaps without creating burnout, confusion, or increased risk.
Presented By: Julie Weatherly, Esq.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- Understand district responsibilities when providers resign, positions remain unfilled, or services are delayed.
- Create communication plans that reduce escalation and strengthen transparency with families.
- Explore sustainable staffing and service delivery models that support long-term compliance.
RESOURCES & HANDOUTS:
- Service gap response templates
- District staffing planning worksheet
- Family communication and documentation tools
The Dangerous Student: Balancing Support & School Safety
Navigating high-stakes behavior situations with empathy, safety, and legal clarity.
When serious student behavior impacts safety, district leaders are often forced to make rapid decisions under intense pressure. This session explores how to balance student rights, staff support, and campus safety while remaining legally compliant.
Presented By: Julie Weatherly, Esq.
KEY TAKEAWAYS:
- Understand legal considerations surrounding manifestation determinations, removals, and behavior response.
- Develop collaborative plans that support both student needs and staff safety.
- Strengthen systems for communication, documentation, and crisis response across campuses.
RESOURCES & HANDOUTS:
- Behavior response planning templates
- School safety collaboration worksheet
- Crisis communication and documentation tools
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MEET YOUR LEAD DETECTIVE
About Julie Weatherly
I’m Julie Weatherly, Esq., founder of Resolutions in Special Education, Inc., and I’ve spent decades helping school districts navigate complex special education challenges across the country. I’ve worked with educators, administrators, and legal teams on issues involving compliance, student discipline, dispute resolution, and special education systems improvement.
Throughout my career, I’ve focused on helping districts make legally sound decisions while still keeping students, families, and staff at the center of the process. I believe strong systems and proactive communication can prevent many of the conflicts districts face today.
I regularly work with school districts, state agencies, and professional organizations nationwide on topics including IDEA compliance, manifestation determinations, staffing challenges, discipline, and dispute prevention. My goal is to help education leaders feel more confident navigating high-stakes situations.
In this series, I’ll walk through real district scenarios and provide practical guidance leaders can apply immediately within their own schools and teams. Together, we’ll explore strategies that strengthen compliance, reduce confusion, and support better outcomes for students.
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