Reconsideration

If issuance or renewal of any credential under this chapter is denied, the denial must be in writing and must state all reasons for denial and notify the applicant of the opportunity for reconsideration. If an application for issuance or renewal of any credential under this chapter is denied, the applicant may request a reconsideration of the decision. A request for reconsideration must be in writing and must be received by the superintendent of public instruction within three weeks of the date of mailing by the department of public instruction. Late requests will not be considered. The reconsideration request must state the following: 1. The facts, law, or rule the applicant believes was erroneously interpreted or applied; and 2. The applicant's arguments on how the facts, law, or rule should have been applied, giving specific reasons and thorough analysis. The superintendent of public instruction shall issue a final written response on the reconsideration request within three weeks after receiving a complete reconsideration request.