This is a sample letter sent to your school principal and/or the special education director to request a review and copies of your child's school records.

Sample letter:
Your Street Address
City, State, Zip Code
Date

Name of Principal or Special Education Director
Title
School or School System Name
Street Address
City, State, Zip Code

Dear Ms./Mr. (Name of Principal or Special Education Director):

I would like to schedule a time to come to school and review all of my child's records, both cumulative and confidential. My child, (Child's Name) is in (Grade Level) at (School Name). Also, I request copies of my child's entire student record.

I look forward to hearing from you by (Date) to arrange a time and a place. You can reach me during the day at (Daytime Phone Number). Thank you for your cooperation in this matter.

Sincerely,
(Your signature)

(Your Name)

Other suggestions and comments:
Call your school department to find out who should receive this request. Keep a copy of the letter you actually sign and send for your records.

Learn more about special education, communication, and letters.

Adapted from "Special Education and Related Services: Communicating Through Letter Writing" published by National Information Center for Children and Youth with Disabilities.