Wisconsin Administrative Code
Department of Public Instruction
Chapter PI 1 - Complaint Resolution And Appeals
Section PI 1.06 - Mediation
Current through August 26, 2024
(1) Prior to holding a hearing regarding a complaint or an appeal, the state superintendent may attempt to resolve the matter through mediation if the parties agree. The state superintendent shall appoint the mediator. If the parties agree to a negotiated settlement, the mediator shall notify the state superintendent of the terms of the settlement and the state superintendent shall find that the matter is resolved. If the parties are unable to agree to a negotiated settlement, the state superintendent shall determine which other procedures under s. PI 1.04 to follow.
(2) The mediation sessions shall be conducted at the discretion of the mediator, except that if a negotiated settlement has not been reached within 90 days after the mediator received the complaint or appeal, the mediator shall either request an extension of time or inform the state superintendent that the mediation effort is unsuccessful.