- The child's progress must be measured and reported to parents at least every regular grading period; therefore, we recommend writing one objective for each grading period (usually 6 or 9 weeks) and the annual goal for the last grading period.
- A "measuring-stick" approach to writing IEP goals and objectives can efficiently incorporate progress reporting, saving time, energy, and postage.
- The IEP team, not the state or district, must decide how the student is to participate in statewide, district-wide, or alternative assessments.
- States may set diploma requirements/alternatives that the Iep team may deal with as part of the transition component of the IEP.
- Behavior intervention plans (BIPs) must be part of the IEP for student who have behaviors which interfere with learning.
- Behavior intervention plans (BIPs) should contain, at a minimum, a clear, behavioral description of the behavior to be changed, the antecedents (triggers) and the appropriate consequences to be applied.
- Word processing or database software (with or without a laptop-projector connection) may be used to create and finalize the IEP document at the IEP meeting.
- The use of database software containing catalogs of pre-prepared goals and objectives requires important cautions for appropriate use.
- The IEP must deal with transition service needs when the student reaches the age of 14 and the transition services to be provided at age 16.
- The IEP requires an explanation of time the child will not spend with nondisabled children.
- IEPs for some students must also include provisions for limited English proficiency, Braille, communication mode, or assistive technology services.
- Excellent meeting management skills include encouraging positive and open communication among all parties which greatly reduces the risk of serious disagreements over the IEP.
- When disputes do arise over the IEP, IDEA provides for resolution through mediation, if both parent and school agree to it, by written complaint to the state Department of Education, or by due process hearing with appeal to the courts.
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