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

The acclaimed book for parents whose children have special education needs. If your child needs special education, you face a number of obstacles as you work with your school district to develop an Individual Education Plan (IEP): Lots of steps, complicated paperwork and intimidating procedures may seem like too much to take on, but you can do it, and The Complete IEP Guide can help. The Complete IEP Guide offers vital information, useful strategies and -- most importantly -- encouragement as you secure your child's education, step by step. It includes everything 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 programs 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.