"able to complete word problems, but had difficulty completing open ended responses that require several steps and detailed explanations what was done."
I'd be interesting in knowing what type of second grade or third grade math problem could be posed that would lead to that conclusion.
I don't believe median and mode and complex fractions are introduced in our district until after third grade. Interesting... Probably a gap that you could cover relatively quickly.
FWIW, a lot of people file both mediation and due process at the same time. If mediation solves it, then great cancel due process.
Following with interest...
JB
P.S. I DO think you're spot on for your issue #1.
