Spanish is your main language, and the IEP meetings are in English only. What should you ask for?
Explanation: The school must take steps to make sure you understand the meeting, including an interpreter when needed. Your child shouldn't be your interpreter.
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The team hands you the IEP and asks you to sign now. You're not sure about some parts. What can you do?
Explanation: You can take time to read the IEP. Ask what your signature means and when they need an answer.
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You arrive and the IEP is printed and ready to sign. The team says, 'We already decided on the services.' What could you say?
Explanation: Parents should take part in decisions. A calm request to treat it as a draft keeps the conversation open.
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It's February, and your child is falling further behind. The annual IEP is not until October. What can you do?
Explanation: Parents can ask for an IEP meeting at any time. Put the request and your reasons in writing.
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The school schedules the IEP meeting during your work shift and says it can't move. What's true?
Explanation: Parents have a right to take part, and schools should schedule at a mutually agreed time. Phone or video can help.
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A week after the meeting, nothing has changed. What's the best way to keep track of what was agreed?
Explanation: A follow-up email creates a dated record. It helps everyone remember the same agreements.
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What is a parent concerns letter for?
Explanation: Sending concerns ahead helps the team prepare and puts your input on paper. Ask that it be attached to the IEP.
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You want to bring your sister, who knows your child well. Can she come?
Explanation: You can bring people with knowledge or special expertise about your child. Telling the school ahead is a good practice.
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The speech therapist won't be at the meeting, but the school wants to talk about speech services. What can you do?
Explanation: A team member can be excused only with your written agreement. You can ask for written input or reschedule.