Supporting Children with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs)
In this guide, learn how to support children with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and their families through a successful transition to kindergarten.
Individualized Education Program (IEP)
These resources explore how to develop and implement a unique plan for a preschooler who has been identified as eligible for services under Part B, Section 619 of the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act. Topics include how an IEP is created, what must be included, and strategies to provide instruction on a child’s IEP goals and outcomes.
1302.62 Additional services for parents.
Head Start programs must provide information and skill-building opportunities to help parents understand their child’s disability and become advocates to best support their child’s development.
1302.61 Additional services for children.
Review standards for providing services to children during Individuals with Disabilities Education Act eligibility determination and through an Individualized Education Program or Individualized Family Service Plan.
Roundtable Introductions at the Meeting
Learn about the role of each attendee at a typical Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting.
Signing the Individualized Education Program
Watch as a facilitator recaps an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting highlights. The next step is to have all attendees sign the IEP document.
Informal Wrap Up
In this video clip, a family support specialist closes a Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting. She gives parents the chance to provide feedback and ask questions.