Materials Used in a Classroom or School Libraries

General Information for Requesting Appointment of a Special Magistrate for Materials Used in Classrooms or School Libraries.

A parent may request the appointment of a Special Magistrate to determine whether a school district properly considered a parental objection to the use of a specific material in school. The law pertaining to special magistrate requests for materials used in classrooms or school libraries is found in section 1006.28(2)(a)2. and 6., Florida Statutes. The process for requesting this type of special magistrate is found in Rule 6A-1.094126, Florida Administrative Code (F.A.C.).

Documents Regarding Special Magistrate

For Materials Used in Classrooms or School Libraries

Rule 6A-1.094126, F.A.C. (PDF)

Request for Appointment of a Special Magistrate Form (PDF)

Contact the Florida Department of Education

Parents seeking the appointment of a Special Magistrate must use the form “Request for Appointment of a Special Magistrate.” Parents can contact the Florida Department of Education staff to assist with questions and answers throughout the process. Inquiries may be emailed to SpecialMagistrate@fldoe.org or parents may contact the Office of Professional Practices Services.

Documents can be mailed to:

Florida Department of Education
325 West Gaines Street, Suite 224
Tallahassee, FL 32399
Phone: 850-245-0438
Fax: 850-245-0621