BEFORE the IEP
The HQ IEPs Resource Lead Project aims to increase knowledge and engagement of general education teachers as members of the IEP team to help develop high quality IEPs that will result in educational benefit. These are resources to help general education teachers prepare for the IEP Journey.
Examine the five key components of educational benefit in the IEP process to ensure that each student's individualized plan effectively supports their learning and growth.
Fact Sheet Fact Sheet Understand the three prongs of eligibility for special education identifying whether a student qualifies for specialized support under IDEA. These criteria ensure that only those who genuinely need special education services receive them, based on the presence of a disability, its impact on educational performance, and the necessity for specially designed instruction.
Fact Sheet Understand the importance of both procedural and substantive requirements in the IEP process to be able to support the provision of a Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).
Fact Sheet An easy-to-use tool for educators to use at the beginning of the year to know who their student is as a learner to support them best.
Tools This resource offers an annotated IEP meeting agenda sample, complete with a detailed breakdown of each agenda item.
IEP Meeting Annotated Agenda (Spanish) |
IEP Meeting Annotated Agenda (Arabic) |
IEP Meeting Annotated Agenda (Vietnamese) |
IEP Meeting Annotated Agenda (Simplified Chinese)
The general education teacher is a valuable and required member of the IEP team. Use this checklist to start organizing before, during and after an IEP team meeting.
Tools Thorough preparation for an IEP meeting can help ensure a smooth and efficient process. It's important to review both the procedural requirements mandated by IDEA and strategies that foster a collaborative environment, including preparation of the meeting space, engagement with parents, and effective team collaboration.
Fact Sheet This resource outlines key responsibilities for general education teachers in
supporting the IEP team before the IEP meeting.
supporting the IEP team before the IEP meeting.
