Local parents want school officials to move quickly on 15 recommendations to improve special education in the Chilliwack school district.
Parents of local special needs students are satisfied "overall" with special education programs in the Chilliwack school district, but they are far from unanimous, according to a 36-page report by consultant David Carter.
A lot of local parents of children with special needs want a chance to talk to the outside consultant hired to audit the Chilliwack school district's special education department.
The first report on the Chilliwack school district's special education review drew criticism from parents of special needs students last week.
The Chilliwack school district has launched a review of its special education services, but some people are questioning the process staff used to pick the external consultant who will review them.
After recent concerns raised by parents, trustees and its own staff, the Chilliwack school district has decided to launch an extensive review of its special education services.