Preface
 
About the Authors
 
Introduction
 
1. Foundational Issues in Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
                              13 Principles of IEP Collaboration
 
 
 
2. IEP Preparation
                              Preparation Before the IEP Meeting
 
 
                              Setting Up the IEP Meeting
 
 
                              Giving Notice of an IEP Meeting
 
 
                              When an IEP Meeting Must Be Convened
 
 
                              Characteristics of an Effective IEP Team Meeting
 
 
 
3. IEP Participants
                              IEP Team Members--Roles and Responsibilities
 
 
                              Questions and Answers About Other IEP Team-Related Topics
 
 
 
4. IEP Team Meetings
                              During the Meeting--Focused but Flexible
 
 
                              Guidelines for Running the IEP Meeting
 
 
 
5. Step-by-Step Development of the IEP
                              Step 1: Formulate a Statement of the Student's Present Level of Academic Achievement of Functional Performance
 
 
                              Step 2: Determine the Four Need Areas
 
 
                              Step 3: Consideration of Special Factors
 
 
                              Step 4: Determination of Measurable Annual Goals (Including Academic and Functional Goals)
 
 
                              Step 5: Reporting Progress Toward the Annual Goals to Parents
 
 
                              Step 6: Determine the Extent to Which the Student Will Not Be Able to Participate in General Education Programs (LRE Explanation)
 
 
                              Step 7: Determine Placement Options
 
 
                              Step 8: Determine Related Services
 
 
                              Step 9: Determine Program Modifications, Accommodations, Supplementary Aids, and Services
 
 
                              Step 10:  Determine the Need for Assistive Technology Devices and Services
 
 
                              Step 11: Determine the Supports for School Personnel on Behalf of the Student
 
 
                              Step 12: Determine the Ability of a Student to Participate in State and District Assessments
 
 
                              Step 13: Determine Extended School Year (ESY) Services
 
 
                              Step 14: A Statement of Secondary Transition Service Needs and Needed Transition Services for Students
 
 
                              Step 15: Develop a Statement of Transfer of Parental Rights to the Student Upon Reaching the Age of Majority
 
 
                              Annual Review and Revision of the IEP
 
 
                              Recommendations Upon Declassification
 
 
 
Appendix: Individuals with Disabilities Education Improvement Act of 2004--Section on IEPs (Enrolled as Agreed to or Passed by Both House and Senate)
 
Glossary
 
References and Suggested Readings
 
Index