Title: The IEP Workshop: What’s In It For Me (and My Child)?

Word Count: about 950 words

Abstract:

The IEP is perhaps the single most important document affecting the education of a child with special needs. Parents need to know how to effectively navigate the often intimidating and stressful IEP process. IEP workshops can help. Find out how.

Excerpt:

As the parent or caregiver of a child with special needs, the IEP is perhaps the single most important document (or series of documents) affecting your child’s educational future. However, the IEP process can be intimidating, stressful and emotional for parents and caregivers. You can help ensure success in the IEP process for both yourself and your child by being as knowledgeable and prepared as possible. One way to prepare yourself is to attend an IEP workshop. IEP workshops are offered by many state parent training and information centers, regional resource centers and parent resource centers (see Resources)

Here’s what to look for and how to get the most out of an IEP workshop…

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