What can DOE ask for in solving a complaint and what can they NOT ask for?
DOE may only investigate issues related to compliance of state statutes and issues related to utilizing the McKay Scholarship properly (were fee schedules posted correctly, were checks endorsed properly, was a code of conduct published for the parent). They may ask for: 1) All of the documents requested for a random audit (see list above); 2) Attendance records for the student in question; 3) Substantiating documentation concerning the complaint. DOE does not have the right to ask for any non-McKay students’ names, attendance, or other information. DOE does not have the authority to ask for a McKay student’s test records or class records. DOE does not have the authority to determine if a child should remain in a school. DOE does not have the authority to ask for any information not covered on the compliance form or by the statute.
