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The complete IEP guide : how to advocate for special education services for your child / attorney Lawrence M. Siegel.

By: Material type: TextTextPublisher: [Berkeley, California] : Nolo, 2023Copyright date: ©2023Edition: 11th editionDescription: 402 pages : illustrations ; 23 cmContent type:
  • text
Media type:
  • unmediated
Carrier type:
  • volume
ISBN:
  • 1413330878
  • 9781413330878
Other title:
  • Complete Individualized Education Program guide
Subject(s): Genre/Form:
Contents:
Your legal guide for IEPs -- Introduction to special education -- Overview of special education law and the IEP -- Getting started : tips for all parents -- Getting organized -- Developing your child's IEP blueprint -- Evaluations -- Who is eligible for special education -- What is a learning disability? -- Exploring your options and making your case -- Writing measurable annual goals -- Preparing for the IEP meeting -- Attending the IEP meeting -- Resolving IEP disputes through due process -- Filing a complaint -- Lawyers and legal research -- Parent organizations -- How to use the companion page on Nolo.com.
Summary: "The Complete IEP Guide provides parents with the tools to create and maintain a useful IEP plan for a child with special needs. The timely legal information, practical advice, and step-by-step instructions make this an invaluable resource for parents of children with disabilities"-- Provided by publisher.
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Adult Book Adult Book Main Library NonFiction 371.9097 S571 Available 33111011244718
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Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:

Recipient of the 2017 BRONZE Winner for Education Award from Foreword Indies.
Get the educational services and support your child deserves Federal law guarantees every child a free appropriateeducation, and the goal of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) is toassure that every child with special needs receives what the law promises. Butyou know that your family must make sure the school follows through. Thispowerful book covers:

* eligibilityrules and assessments

* working withoutside experts

* developingyour child's ideal educational program

* preparing forand attending IEP meetings, and

* resolvingdisputes with school districts.

The 11th edition explains the law and provides key forms,sample letters, and resources you need at every stage of the IEP process. Withit, you can ensure your child gets a good education--the education your childdeserves.

Includes index.

Your legal guide for IEPs -- Introduction to special education -- Overview of special education law and the IEP -- Getting started : tips for all parents -- Getting organized -- Developing your child's IEP blueprint -- Evaluations -- Who is eligible for special education -- What is a learning disability? -- Exploring your options and making your case -- Writing measurable annual goals -- Preparing for the IEP meeting -- Attending the IEP meeting -- Resolving IEP disputes through due process -- Filing a complaint -- Lawyers and legal research -- Parent organizations -- How to use the companion page on Nolo.com.

"The Complete IEP Guide provides parents with the tools to create and maintain a useful IEP plan for a child with special needs. The timely legal information, practical advice, and step-by-step instructions make this an invaluable resource for parents of children with disabilities"-- Provided by publisher.

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