Complete IEP Guide, The: How to Advocate for Your Special Ed Child

By Lawrence M Siegel

Subjects: Law and legislation, Dispute resolution (law), Special education, Reference, Popular works, Law, united states, Parent participation, Children, Nonfiction, Education, Dispute resolution (Law), Individualized education programs

Description: The Individualized Education Program (IEP)determines the nuts and bolts of your child's special education. But it's easy to get lost in the paperwork and bureaucracy if you don’t know your way through the intricacies of the system.Nolo’s acclaimed The Complete IEP Guide will guide you through the IEP process. The book provides all the plain-English instructions, suggestions, strategies, resources and forms you need to: understand your child's rights untangle eligibility rules and assessments collect all school records draft goals and objectives pinpoint specific problems develop a blueprint of program and services research school programs and alternatives prepare for IEP meetings resolve disputes with your school district and more The 5th edition is completely updated to reflect the latest--and major-- changes to the Individuals With Disabilities Act (IDEA), the law that governs special education and the IEP process.Whether you're new to the IEP process or entering it once again, this user-friendly guide is your outline for an effective educational experience for your child.