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Student-Led IEP Process

Learn about the SLIEP Process

Do you want to learn more about the Student-Led IEP Process (SLIEP)? Use this page to answer your questions on who, what, when, where, why, and how you can be part of the Student-Led IEP Process!

Do you want to learn more about the Student-Led IEP Process (SLIEP)? Use this page to answer your questions on who, what, when, where, why, and how you can be part of the Student-Led IEP Process!

Who can be part of the Student-Led IEP process?

The student, the family, and the school & educators can all be part of the Student-Led IEP process. Each team member can play an important part in helping to support the student and in providing information. Any student, of any age and any ability, can be part of the Student-Led IEP process.
 

What is an IEP?

An IEP is an Individualized Education Program for students in special education who need specially designed instruction. For more specific information visit our IEP information page.
IEP Annotated Guide

When should you start the SLIEP process?

You can start building the Student-Led IEP process, now, and in any place within the IEP! A student of any age can have some part in the student-led IEP process.

Where should you start the SLIEP process?

Students can choose to engage in any section of the IEP within the SLIEP process.

Why is the SLIEP process worth it?

There are many benefits for everyone in the SLIEP process. Check out these infographics for more information.

 



How can an IEP be used in the Student-Led IEP process?

Check out these videos to learn more about the student-led IEP process and how to bring it to your school!

Video for Professionals

Video for Youth & Family




Engaging Families in the IEP Process

It is the responsibility of the school to engage families, but it can be unclear how to do this. This document will explore how schools can reframe the IEP process and take active steps to include families as educational partners.