IEP Meetings
How to Prepare for an IEP Meeting in California
A practical parent checklist for reviewing records, writing concerns, setting priorities, and preparing questions before an IEP meeting.
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How to Request a Special Education Assessment in California
Learn what parents should include when asking a California public school to assess a child for suspected special education needs.
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FBA and BIP: What California Parents Should Know
Understand Functional Behavioral Assessments and Behavior Intervention Plans, including how data can help identify why behavior occurs and what supports may help.
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IEP vs. 504 Plan in California: What Is the Difference?
A parent-friendly comparison of IEPs and Section 504 plans and the questions families can ask when deciding which supports may fit a student.
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