A student or parent dissatisfied with the outcome of an investigation may appeal to which body?

• A. The district superintendent
• B. The school PTA
• C. The state education agency
• D. Local school board

Answer: (D)

The governing body of the district is the one that hears appeals of investigation outcomes. This local school board has the authority to review, modify, or overturn district decisions and provides the formal final local determination in district matters. The district superintendent handles day-to-day administration and can implement policies, but is not the formal appeals body for final decisions. The PTA is a voluntary association without authority to rule on investigations. The state education agency handles state-level compliance issues and may be involved if there’s a need to escalate beyond the district, but the direct, appropriate step for a local appeal is the local school board.