IEP Information-2

The information on this page is designed to provide educators and families with resources to inform and guide the development and implementation of Individual Education Programs (IEPs).

General Information Related to the IEP

Confidentiality The resources explain the federal and state laws that protect the privacy of student educational records, including FERPA guidelines.
Engaging Families This document explores how schools can reframe the IEP process and take active steps to include families as educational partners
Extended School Year (ESY) These resources outline eligibility criteria and best practices for providing services beyond the regular school year to prevent regression for students with disabilities.
Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) These resources offer regulatory guidance on least restrictive environment and professional development resources on inclusive practices
Preparing to Develop an IEP These resources serve as a starting point for IEP teams, offering information to help acclimate users to prerequisite information required to write or participate in an IEP team meeting and special education process.
Student-Led IEPs Introduces the Student-Led IEP Process, showing how students of any age or ability can take an active role in their own IEP meetings.
Teacher’s Desk References A curated collection of 23 quick-reference guides covering topics such as preparing for an IEP team meeting, assistive technology, classroom management, co-teaching, and family communication- handy tools for special education teachers.

Resources Related to Each Section of the IEP

Guidance for pages 1-3 of IEP A short training module that walks IEP teams through the introductory pages of the IEP document, including student and team information, before moving into the numbered IEP sections. _{(This video is from The Essentials of IEP Writing online course)}
Section I: Special Considerations Guidance for documenting special considerations that must be considered when developing a student’s IEP.
Section II: Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance
Guidance for documenting a student’s current academic and functional performance, which are the foundation for the development of an IEP.
Section III: Transition Services Guidance and resources on secondary transition planning for a student with an IEP, including postsecondary goals and services
Section IV: Participation in State and Local Assessments Guidance on determining how students with disabilities participate in state and local assessments, including accommodations and PASA eligibility.
Section V: Goals and Objectives Resources for writing measurable annual goals and monitoring student progress.
Section VI: Special Education / Related Services / Supplementary Aids and Services / Program Modifications Guidance for determining and documenting the specially designed instruction, related services, supplementary aids and services, and program modifications based upon student need.
Section VII: Educational Placement Videos and resources for determining and documenting a student’s educational placement, including how to calculate Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
Section VIII: PennData Reporting Guidance for accurately reporting educational environment data to PennData.

Training

The Essentials of IEP Writing

An asynchronous online course designed for teachers, building administrators, families, and others

This PaTTAN-developed online course provides instruction on writing an Individualized Education Program (IEP). Through the use of videos, audio PowerPoints and PaTTAN publications, participants will complete modules on common terminology, leading IEP team meetings, and sections I-VIII of the IEP.

Self-paced professional development at no cost
15 Act 48 continuing education hours upon completion
Considerations to prepare for and lead an IEP team meeting Guidance for each section of the IEP
Tips to be a well-informed Local Education Agency (LEA) Representative

Check out the PaTTAN calendar for more training opportunities.