How do I get an IEP?
Is your child struggling at school? Are his/her grades going down? Has there been an increase in behaviors, or maybe school refusal?
The best advice I can give is: Go with your gut!
Most parents come to this site with nothing more than a gut feeling that something isn’t going right. I’m here to help you define your gut feelings and turn them into action steps.
The second best piece of advice I have is: If you end up living “the IEP life” then fully immerse yourself in it. A little bit at a time.
The IEP process is overwhelming and complex. I have a ton of information on here, but don’t try to drink from the firehose.
Getting Started with IEPs
With an IEP, you don’t actually ask the team for an IEP. You ask that your child “be evaluated for special education services.” I have letter templates and all the information you need below. Or, search for the information you need.
How to get an IEP for your Child, explained by a Special Education Advocate.
IEP Testing and Evaluations: What Parents Should Know | Timelines | Initial Evals
Dyslexia and SLD | How to Create Meaningful, Measurable IEP Goals for your Child.
What can I ask for on my child’s IEP? And how do I get my team to agree?
Is A Child With Passing Grades Eligible For Special Education Under Idea? | What To Do When “His Grades Are Fine!”
{504 Plan vs. IEP} 6 Important Differences between the two.
How to Prevent and Get Out of Truancy Charges | IEP | 504
I asked for an IEP and was offered a 504/RTI instead.
What is RTI in School? What does it mean? RTI vs. MTSS
What to Do When your Child Keeps Getting Sent Home from School.
What is an IEP?
How and When to Write to your IEP Team | IEP Letter Templates | 504
