Can the school change transportation arrangements without parental consent?

If your child's IEP includes transportation services, it is possible for the school district to change transportation services without your consent, such as switching transportation companies or changing the pickup time. Your child's IEP will specify that they need transportation service, but the details of how and when are left up to the school to arrange. You can make a request, but the school is not required to honor your request for a specific company or other arrangement.

However, if the change in transportation service affects your child's ability to receive FAPE, then it is worth calling an IEP meeting to address with your IEP team. For more information, see our article on IEP related services.