20 USC 1415, 34 CFR 300.511, KRS 157.224, and 707 KAR 1:340 require the KDE to implement an impartial due process hearing system. The purpose of the system is to resolve disagreements between entities responsible for implementing the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (Education Entity) and parents of children with disabilities pursuant to the due process hearing requirements under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). 2.00 Scope of Work Kentucky has a two-tiered process in which a hearing officer, trained and certified by the state, conducts a hearing and renders a decision. If the parents or Education Entity disagree with the hearing officer’s decision, they may request a review of the decision by a three member Exceptional Children Appeals Board (ECAB). The ECAB members are also trained and certified by the state. The KDE anticipates a need for six (6) qualified individuals to serve as ECAB members. While serving on the ECAB, successful candidates will receive $125 per hour of service and reimbursement for authorized expenses, including necessary travel. Successful candidates will complete KDE provided training as directed by KDE and receive $500 per day for training, not to exceed $2,500 per calendar year. Successful candidates will not receive $125 per hour for completing training required by KDE.