The Individual Education Program (IEP) is a written plan through collaboration with parents and a school's special education team. The document spells out the students' academic goals and the methods necessary to achieve those objectives. Writing the IEP is one of the most important responsibilities of a special education teacher.
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The IEP is an enforceable document that puts all aspects of an education plan in writing. It represents a partnership between schools and parents where the special needs child's best needs are addressed and a strategy is implemented. At The Law Firm of Alton C. Todd, we want parents to know that they have certain rights when it comes to the development of an IEP and any necessary modifications.
Following the development and subsequent parental review of the IEP, your rights as a parent continue with a written copy for your ongoing review. You want to make sure that the plan is followed to the letter. If changes are suggested by either parent or teacher or certain concerns arise, a meeting must be held to discuss possible modifications.
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In developing, enforcing and modifying an IEP, teachers and parents are sometimes at odds. The educational team brings experience in special needs students and parents possess a certain expertise in their child. Dispute resolution is an option, including mediation and a due process hearing if you disagree with any aspect of the IEP. You also have a right to an appeal hearing if you are still not satisfied with the outcome.
For legal help regarding the IEP of your special needs child, contact the Houston lawyers at The Law Firm of Alton C. Todd at 888-388-TODD (8633) for a free initial consultation.
