Awesome Acronyms
What does FAPE stand for?
Free and Appropriate Education
Who qualifies for an IEP?
A student with a disability that requires specially designed instruction.
Can IEPs be changed?
What role does a paraprofessional play in the IEP?
This person is responsible for making sure that all members are following the IEP.
The special education teacher
What does CSE stand for?
The Committee on Special Education
Name at least 3 people that are required to attend an IEP meeting?
The chairperson, the parent/guardian, the general education teacher, special education teacher, therapists (OT, PT, SLP), psychologist, BCBA, counselor, the student (if appropriate), a parent advocate, etc.
Who is responsible for writing the IEP?
All members of the CSE team are responsible for writing the IEP. Typically, the Special Education Teacher inputs all information that has been collected.
Student who qualify for special education services must be between these ages in order to qualify for services.
3-21 (school-aged)
When are progress reports given out?
Each trimester, with the report card!
By law, students must be provided an education in the LRE. Define "LRE"!
Least Restrictive Environment
Can paraprofessionals (aides) attend CSE meetings?
They sure can! Their attendance is not required, but always welcome.
What is the purpose of the IEP Sign-Off?
To ensure that all stakeholders involved in a child's education are held accountable for implemention the supports and services listed on the IEP.
An individualized instructional program for eligible students with disabilities that are provided beyond the regular school year.
ESY = Extended School Year
Where on the IEP is the need for a paraprofessional/aide listed?
Supplementary Aids and Services/Program Modifications/Accommodations
What does IDEA stand for & why is it important?
Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
Every three years, a student with an IEP is required to have a reevaluation completed. This reevaluation determines if a student still qualifies for an IEP/services and is conducted by?
The school psychologist
Where should IEPs be stored?
Where should IEP snapshots (IEP-at-a-glance) be stored?
Answers may vary.
Data is collected to monitor growth toward IEP goals. This process is often referred to as progress monitoring.
True or False: You should only review your student(s) IEP at the beginning of the school year, when you complete the IEP Sign-Off.
FALSE - The IEP should be reviewed periodically, & must be reviewed when changes are made.
What are the PLEPS or PLAFPs?
The Present Levels of Academic and Functional Level Performance
Difference between annual review meeting and reevaluation meeting?
Once a year at the Annual Review meeting is to review progress and update the IEP. The Reevaluation meeting is every 3 years and focuses on eligibility and updated evaluation data.
If a student has 30 minutes of Consultant Teacher time listed on his/her IEP, can a paraprofessional provide that service?
No, this service must be provided by a Special Education Teacher.
Name 10 accommodations/modifications/supports that a student may require, according to their IEP?
N/A
I have a disability, I do not qualify for specially designed instruction, but the school provided me with this other option.
504 Plan