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What is an IEP?
- IEP stands for Individualized Education Program. - The purpose of an IEP is to lay out the special education instruction, supports, and services a student needs to thrive in school. - IEPs are part of PreK12 public education. When kids struggle in school, you may hear the term IEP. What is a
For teachers: What to expect in an IEP meeting
Imagine this scenario: You open your school email or check your mailbox and find a notice for an IEP meeting. You know some of the students in your general education classroom have IEPs (Individualized Education Programs). You also know youre responsible for implementing accommodations and other sup
Understanding IEPs
For kids to receive special education services, they need an IEP an Individualized Education Program. If your child has been evaluated, the process of getting an IEP has already begun. But theres still a lot to learn about how the IEP process works and what your role will be. This guide is designed
5 reasons parents play a key role in the IEP process
- Parents are, by law, equal members of their childs IEP team. - You may not be an expert about special education, but you are an expert about your child. - Your input helps the team assess your childs skills and develop IEP goals. If youre new to special education, you may wonder what your ro
What’s in an IEP
Knowing what goes into an IEP can help you be a better advocate for your child. Learn more about IEPs in this guide.
Understood Explains Season 3IEPs: Special education terms and your legal rights
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Understood Explains Season 3Introducing: Understood Explains IEPs
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In ItABCs of IEPs
Whats an IEP? And why are there so many confusing acronyms in special education? Hear answers to common questions about IEPs and more. Whats an IEP? And why are there so many confusing acronyms in special education? In this episode, host Gretchen Vierstra gets answers to common questions about Ind
What to double-check on your child’s IEP
After an initial eligibility IEP meeting, the school may ask you to sign your childs IEP. In some states, this serves as informed consent to provide services. That means youre giving the school permission to implement the IEP as its been written. Its important to make sure everything is in order and
Understood Explains Season 3IEPs: Does my child need an IEP?
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Strengths-based IEPs: What you need to know
- A strengths-based IEP uses student abilities to help work on weaknesses. - IEP goals are built around what the student can do and how the team can use those abilities. - Helping students identify and leverage their strengths, interests, and preferences can lead to more self-awareness and self-a
Understood Explains Season 3IEPs: Busting common IEP myths
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The Opportunity GapUnderstanding the IEP process
Learn about the steps to getting an IEP and starting your childs special education program. Get tips from an expert. Its common for parents to wonder how the IEP process works and how to best advocate for their childs needs. The truth is, the more parents know about IEPs and how theyre put into p
Understood Explains Season 3IEPs: Resolving IEP disputes
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Setting annual IEP goals: What you need to know
- Your childs IEP goals should be reviewed and updated annually. - These goals should focus on helping your child succeed in school subjects and with everyday life skills like socializing. - Once new IEP goals are set, the IEP team decides what supports and services will help your child reach tho
The IEP meeting: An overview
- The purpose of an IEP meeting is to discuss, develop, and review a students IEP. - Schools are required to hold an annual IEP meeting each year to look at a students progress. - However, parents can request an IEP meeting at any time for specific issues. The IEP meeting is one of the most im
Understood Explains Season 3IEPs: English language learners and IEPs
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5 things I want teachers to know about my (special education inclusion) child
My daughter Elizabeth has an IEP and receives special education services. But shes always spent a lot of her day in general education classrooms alongside students with and without learning and thinking differences. You might even call her an inclusion kid. When Elizabeth was little, we found out sh
Understood Explains Season 3IEPs: How to prepare for IEP meetings
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Mom’s emotional video about IEP frustration goes viral
Comedian Dena Blizzard tries to approach her daughters learning and thinking differences with a sense of humor. Shes talked about her experiences on Understood and in her comedy work. But after a difficult IEP meeting on Monday, she let her emotions pour out in a Facebook Live video. The video went
IEP and special education terms
- The terms used in and about special education can be unfamiliar. - You may not hear all of these terms. - Learning these terms early in the special education process can help you in the long run. When it comes to special education, you may run into terms and jargon that youre not familiar wi
Navigating Individualized Education Programs (IEPs): Your roadmap to equitable access
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Toolkit for teachers: Navigating IEPs
An Individualized Education Program (IEP) serves as a roadmap to help you support many of your students who learn and think differently. It describes an individual students strengths and the services and supports the school will provide the student. An IEP also fosters collaboration between educator
6 tips to make sure your child’s IEP is implemented properly
Your child has an Individualized Education Program (IEP). But how well is the IEP working? Is the school providing all the services and supports in the IEP? Use these tips to monitor your child’s IEP throughout the year.
Education terms you may hear from lawyers
Kids with learning or thinking differences may have a right to services and supports at school through an IEP or a504 plan. Since navigating this process can be tricky, you might decide to consult with a lawyer at some point. And the lawyer may use terms youve never heard. This mini-glossary can hel
Staying on top of your child’s IEP
Your role in the IEP process doesnt end when your child has a plan for special education services in place. In fact, the actual work of the IEP is only starting. Here are six ways to stay on top of your childs IEP and make sure your child is getting the needed support. 1. Stay involved and aware. M
Script: Asking for a program or service
Background: Students who have Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) can get services that have been tested by other educators and proven to work. Before asking the school for a service or program for your child, learn about it yourself. You may want to find out if there is evidence that it works
Your child’s rights: Important terms to know
Special education can seem like a foreign language. You may hear unfamiliar terms and acronyms in meetings and wish for a translator! Learn these key terms and you may find it easier to protect your childs rights. 1. Accommodation An accommodation is a change in teaching techniques, materials, or en
5 common misconceptions about IEPs
Here’s the reality behind common myths about Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
Who’s on the IEP team
An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is developed by a team of people. Each member plays an important role. Find out who is required by law to be on the IEP team, what role they play, and who else you can invite. IEP team members required by law You (the parent or guardian): By law, you have a