Present Levels and Documentation
This information belongs in the first section of the Present Level.
Eligibility
Impact Statements
Developmental Norms
Health/Vision/Hearing
Areas assessed/not assessed (OPTIONAL)
The number of times an IEP must be reviewed during the year.
Once
AAC/AT information belong HERE in the IEP.
Special considerations page
Per the IEP, how often is progress reported to the parent(s)/guardian(s)?
Quarterly
Do you need specific names of providers, LEA, teachers, etc., on the NOM?
No
Report progress from previous IEP goals in this section.
Changes of current functioning
Within how many days must an IEP be developed after a student is found eligible?
30 days
Adult support minutes are noted HERE in the IEP.
Service Summary page, under Supplementary Aids and Services
What does the “S” mean in a SMART goal?
Specific
True or False: An IEP can be changed without a meeting.
False, unless noted in writing
These are the 5 qualifying areas under YCDD.
Cognitive
Adaptive
Social/Emotional
Communication (Speech, Language)
Motor (Fine, Gross)
A student transfers into our district…what is the timeline for having a new IEP?
As soon as possible; within a reasonable timeframe — typically 30 days
Do all ECSE children require a “Safeguard Superstar 5-point restraint seat” on the bus?
No — based on individual needs and transportation plan; SPED buses in WSD are equipped with a seatbelt.
What does the “M” mean in a SMART goal?
Measurable
A parent declines specialized transportation — do we still select “yes” on the IEP?
Yes, make a note in the "additional information" section that says "the parent/guardian will provide transportation for the student and will not be accessing specialized transportation at this time."
True or False: Impact statements should change on every IEP.
False. Keep impact statements the same as the evaluation. You can add additional information as needed.
A meeting needs to be rescheduled but the NOM has already been filled out. What should you do?
Create a secondary NOM
A student qualifies for 4 mornings a week of services. What is the total number of minutes in the AM?
720mpw
What does the “A” mean in a SMART goal?
Achievable
If a parent gives you a written list of concerns, do you include it in “Parent Concerns” or upload it?
Summarize in “Parent Concerns,” and upload full document
This is where you notate current evaluation results.
Who are the required members of an IEP team?
Parent/guardian, general ed teacher, special ed teacher, LEA rep, interpreter of evaluation results
A student qualifies for 5 afternoons a week of services. What is the total number of minutes in the PM?
900mpw
What does the “R” and “T” mean in a SMART goal?
Relevant and Time-bound
A parent brings an advocate or lawyer to the IEP — what must be signed?
Consent to participate form