Individualized Education Program (IEP)
The IEP is a written document for a child with a disability who is eligible for special education services in accordance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). The IEP is developed, reviewed, and revised at least annually by the student’s IEP team. At a minimum, the IEP team includes a special education teacher, a general education teacher, the parent, the child, and the LEA representative (Local Education Agency).
The following are some of the components of the IEP that are discussed during an IEP meeting:
- Parental Input
- Present levels of academic and functional performance (PLOP)
- Measurable annual goals and benchmarks or short term objectives
- Description of how the child’s progress will be monitored and reported
- Educational accommodations and supports
- Extent the child will participate with nondisabled peers
- Participation in statewide and district-wide assessments
- Dates, frequency, location, and duration of special education and related services
- A statement regarding eligibility for the extended school year (ESY) services
The files found on this page are intended to help parents understand the special education eligibility process, parental rights and other information pertinent to evaluation and identification of students with disabilities.