Reading an IEP with a question-first approach
An IEP may describe goals, services, supports, and how progress is shared. Use it to note what is clear, what needs an example, and what you want to ask the team.
Education learning guide
Prepare for school conversations one topic at a time.
Use these general educational starting points to organize questions for your school team. They are not a decision about a child or a school service.
Educational information only. School procedures and eligibility rules may vary by location and individual circumstances.
Understanding school-based eligibility
School-based eligibility is a process used by a school system. Medical information may be useful context, but it does not by itself answer every school-planning question.
Preparing for a school evaluation
Write down strengths, situations that are going well, concerns, and questions. Ask the school team what information they will consider and how results will be discussed.
Accommodations and modifications
An accommodation generally changes how a student accesses learning, while a modification can change what learning is expected. Terms and practices can vary, so ask the school team how support is planned.
Preparing meeting notes and questions
Bring a short list of strengths, concerns, questions, decisions, and follow-up items. After the meeting, note who will do what and when you plan to check in.
Supporting an autistic student at school
A student’s needs and strengths are individual. Families can ask the school team about communication, routines, sensory needs, participation, and the supports already working well.
Keep your planning private and organized.
Create a family workspace when you are ready to organize questions and documents. More planning tools are still in development.
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