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What is an IEP and how does it support my child?

Topics → IEP and 504 planning An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a document developed after a student who is

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What is a 504 plan?

Topics → IEP and 504 planning Your child with a disability has the right to fully participate in school activities.

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How do I prepare for an IEP meeting with the school?

Topics → IEP and 504 planning You are the expert on your child and an important member of their IEP

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What do FAPE and LRE mean?

Topics → IEP and 504 planning What does Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) mean? Your child with disabilities is entitled

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How will I know if my child is making meaningful progress?

Topics → IEP and 504 planning As a parent, you want to know how your child is doing in school.

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Can my child with an IEP or 504 plan participate in extracurricular activities? 

Topics → IEP and 504 planning Schools do more than teach children to read and write. Along with academic activities,

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What are my child’s rights and educational options during summer break?

Topics → IEP and 504 planning Some students with disabilities need special education services beyond the normal school year. These

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