Initial Assessments & IEP Development
How long do you have to propose an assessment plan for an initial assessment after a formal request is made?
15 calendar days
How early do you need to notify the parent(s) of the IEP team meeting by sending an IEP meeting notice?
"Early enough to ensure an opportunity to attend" the IEP meeting
Every 3 years
How often do I need to hold a plan review meeting?
No longer than 12 months from the date of the last annual IEP (can be sooner).
When does a student need an Individual transition plan (ITP)?
How long do you have to complete and review initial assessments AFTER the assessment plan is signed?
60 calendar days
When do you provide procedural safeguards?
Inform parent(s) of procedural safeguards "at each" IEP meeting.
How long do I have to propose an assessment plan following a request for reassessment?
15 calendar days
When do I need to review re-assessment (including triennial assessments)
60 calendar days after receipt of parent consent to the assessment plan.
When do I need to inform the student of their transfer of rights at age 18?
Must be in the IEP when the student turns 17?
When do you need to start implementing the IEP following an IEP meeting?
"As soon as possible: after the receipt of parent content to the IEP.
How long do parents have to return the proposed assessment plan?
*15 calendar days
The parent requests an IEP team meeting, how long do you have before you need to hold the IEP meeting?
30 calendar days after a written request from a parent for an IEP team meeting.
When is a manifestation determination review required?
Within 10 school days after the decision is made to remove the student for disciplinary purposes for >10 school days.
How often do I need to report progress on IEP goals to parents?
As determined by IEP team
When should you meet to review a student's lack of anticipated progress?
No statutory timelines
When do I need to provide the parent with copies of student records?
After an oral or written request from parents, you have 5 business days "before" any IEP meeting or resolution sessions.