IEP Basics
What does IEP stand for?
Individualized Education Program
Give one benefit of having an IEP.
Personalized learning, extra support, accommodations, tracking progress
What is an accommodation?
A change that helps a student learn better
Who helps coordinate your IEP?
Case manager
Name one component of an IEP.
Goals, services, accommodations, progress tracking
What is self-advocacy?
Speaking up for your own needs
Name one common accommodation for quizzes or tests.
Extra time, quiet room, having questions read aloud
What does a special education teacher do?
Provides specialized instruction and helps with accommodations
Who is the IEP designed to help?
Students with special needs
Name one way to practice self-advocacy.
Knowing your IEP, communicating clearly, being confident, asking questions
How can accommodations help you in school?
They provide the support needed to succeed
What is your role as the student at an IEP meeting?
To self-advocate, express your thoughts and concerns about your education and placement.
What is the main purpose of an IEP?
To support students' learning and help them succeed in school.
Why is it important to understand your IEP?
So you can use it to help you succeed and advocate for your needs
What should you do if an accommodation isn’t working for you?
Talk to your case manager or special education teacher about making changes
Name one benefit of co-teaching.
More support, diverse teaching strategies, personalized help
How often is an IEP typically reviewed?
Annually
What should you do if you don’t understand something in your IEP?
Ask your case manager or special education teacher for clarification
Give an example of an accommodation outside of quizzes or tests.
Preferential seating, using a calculator, breaks during class
What is the purpose of Transition group?
To develop a better understanding of who and where you are today in order to have a clearer picture of who and where you want to be post high school graduation.