The term “IEP” refers to Individualized Education Program and is most often used in conjunction with special services or for providing instructional services for a child with special needs. The IEP identifies learning expectations that are modified and/or any accommodations and special education services needed to assist the student in achieving his or her learning expectations. It is an ongoing planning-tool that must be reviewed and revised on a regular basis.
Who Develops the IEP?
As early as possible after it has been determined that your child is eligible for special educational services, an IEP must be drawn up. The school is responsible to develop the document starting by gathering all the information.
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Then the Individual Education Plan (IEP) should be refined jointly by the child’s teacher, staff involved with the child’s program (i.e., Special Education Teacher, Speech-Language Pathologist) and the parent/guardian.
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Communication from the beginning among all the IEP team members and the sharing of information and ideas will result in a practical, workable IEP for the benefit of all.
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