What is an Individualized Education Program/Plan?
In order to provide a free appropriate public education for children with disabilities, school districts often prepare what are called “individualized education programs” or, IEPs for children with disabilities. 20 U.S.C. § 1414(d). Specifically, an IEP is “a detailed written statement arrived at by a multi-disciplinary team summarizing the child’s abilities, outlining the goals for the child’s education and specifying the services the child will receive.” Polk v. Central Susquehanna Intermediate Unit 16, 853 F.2d 171, 173 (3d Cir. 1988). Parents must be allowed to participate and have input on their child’s IEP. 20 U.S.C. § 1414(d)(1)(B).
Related Questions
- If a student has a Section 504 plan but not an individualized education program (IEP), is the student eligible to take the CMA?
- What is the difference between an ISP (Individualized Services Plan) and an IEP (Individualized Education Program)?
- What’s the difference between an Individualized Education Program and a 504 plan?
