Conflicts over special education services may arise for a variety of reasons. Examples of some common reasons include:
- Schools do not want to include items the parent wants on the child's Individual Education Program (IEP).
- Schools disagree with parents on what specially designed instruction should be provided.
- Parents and schools disagree on related services for the child.
- The school and parents disagree on disciplinary measures.
- The parents and school disagree on appropriate placement for the child in the least restrictive environment.
- The parents feel the child's rights have been violated.
- The parents feel that the child's program is not appropriate and that no progress is being made.

