April 12, 2008 8:45 AM
The IEP process: Wrightslaw equips parents
I've shared here about the exceptional work done by Pete and Pam Wright in untangling the IEP process for parents and equipping us to advocate effectively for our children. I was fortunate to attend a Wrightslaw seminar in our area last fall and would recommend it to any parent who has to deal with IEPs (check their training schedule here).
But now you don't have to wait for a seminar as the Wrights have made their course available on CD-ROM:
Legal Requirements of IEPs
If you are like many parents, when you receive a notice about an IEP meeting for your child, you feel anxious. During IEP meetings, you may feel confused, overwhelmed and anxious. The best antidote to negative emotions is accurate, reliable information.
Because parents are not professional educators, many don't realize that they have a unique role to play in the IEP process. What is your role? As the parent, you are the expert on your child. That is why you are a member of your child's IEP team.
What can you do to feel more confident in IEP meetings? You can let Pete & Pam Wright teach you about the legal requirements of IEPs.
Understanding the Legal Requirements of IEPs
In this 1.25 hour program, Pete & Pam Wright will explain these legal requirements to you in clear, no-nonsense language. You will learn about:
* present levels of academic achievement and functional performance
* measurable academic and functional goals
* how your child's progress will be measured, and when the school will provide you with periodic progress reports
* appropriate accommodations on tests and alternative assessments
* transition assessments and transition plans for "life after school"
* reviewing and revising IEPs
* placement decisions
* and much more
Get complete information here
You can also purchase the books from Amazon:
Click on the images to learn more about the books, to find used copies for less, and for a special Amazon price if you buy both of them.
The CD-ROMs are available only through Wrightslaw. But I highly recommend them to go along with the book as in the training seminar, Pete Wright teaches you how to navigate the book, making it more reader-friendly.
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Comments
What a FANTASTIC resource, Barbara! I can't wait to pass this along to some friends. Thanks for the tip!
Posted by: Kari | April 12, 2008 4:48 PM
