The School Meeting Toolkit was created to help you walk into every meeting feeling prepared, organized, and confident. Whether you're requesting your child's first evaluation, discussing a 504 Plan, or participating in an annual IEP meeting, this guide will help you understand the process and feel like an informed member of your child's educational team.
Inside you'll find:
A parent-friendly glossary of common special education terms and acronyms (LRE, FAPE, RED, PWN)
An easy-to-understand comparison of IEPs and 504 Plans
A visual timeline of the special education process
A meeting notes template to organize important information, decisions, and next steps
Ten thoughtful questions to ask during school meetings to better understand your child's services and supports
The School Meeting Toolkit was created to help you walk into every meeting feeling prepared, organized, and confident. Whether you're requesting your child's first evaluation, discussing a 504 Plan, or participating in an annual IEP meeting, this guide will help you understand the process and feel like an informed member of your child's educational team.
Inside you'll find:
A parent-friendly glossary of common special education terms and acronyms (LRE, FAPE, RED, PWN)
An easy-to-understand comparison of IEPs and 504 Plans
A visual timeline of the special education process
A meeting notes template to organize important information, decisions, and next steps
Ten thoughtful questions to ask during school meetings to better understand your child's services and supports