Does ignoring parent input mean a school is denying FAPE?
Karen explains an important distinction: Schools must meaningfully consider parent input, but that doesn't mean every parent request must be adopted.
When determining services like speech therapy, IEP teams must consider the student's individual educational needs, progress, and the potential impact of services on other learning opportunities.
And remember, IDEA doesn't require the BEST possible progress. It requires an IEP reasonably calculated to enable appropriate progress in light of the child's unique circumstances.
Parents, focus on the data, your child's needs, and whether the IEP is designed to support meaningful educational progress!
#SpecialEducationBoss #FAPE #IEPAdvocacy #SpeechTherapy #ParentParticipation #SpecialEducation #IEPGoals
Karen explains an important distinction: Schools must meaningfully consider parent input, but that doesn't mean every parent request must be adopted.
When determining services like speech therapy, IEP teams must consider the student's individual educational needs, progress, and the potential impact of services on other learning opportunities.
And remember, IDEA doesn't require the BEST possible progress. It requires an IEP reasonably calculated to enable appropriate progress in light of the child's unique circumstances.
Parents, focus on the data, your child's needs, and whether the IEP is designed to support meaningful educational progress!
#SpecialEducationBoss #FAPE #IEPAdvocacy #SpeechTherapy #ParentParticipation #SpecialEducation #IEPGoals