IEP Essentials Training
October 1, 2024
IEP Essentials Training
Intended Audience: Special Education teachers responsible for the development and
implementation of IEP’s in grades K-12.
During this in-person training, participants will learn about the
special education evaluation process, compliance with special
education timelines, the required elements for each section of
the Individualized Education Program (IEP), as well as best
practice considerations for preparing for and conducting an
IEP meeting.
Following this training, participants will be able to:
● Identify the components of the special education evaluation and reevaluation
process
● Understand the required participants in an IEP team and how frequently the IEP
team must meet
● Describe the parent/guardian role as a member of the IEP team
● Determine the sections of an IEP that must be considered when checking “yes” in
special considerations
● Summarize the required elements of the present levels of academic achievement
and functional performance section of the IEP
● Interpret the circumstances under which a student's progress toward current
measurable annual goals should be included in the present levels of academic
achievement and functional performance section of the IEP
● Understand when secondary transition planning must occur for a student with a
disability, the three areas of postsecondary planning, and how to develop
postsecondary transition goals
● Summarize appropriate state and local assessment accommodations as well as
criteria for eligibility for alternate assessments
● Develop measurable annual goal that are aligned with areas of need
● Understand the purpose of progress reporting and requirements for sharing
progress data with caregivers
● Describe the requirements for ongoing data collection to determine if a student is
eligible to receive extended school year services
● Summarize the purpose of related services and provide examples of related
services
● Identify common components to inclusive educational practices
● Tell the difference between accommodations and modifications
● Understand the elements of the educational placement section of the IEP
including the difference between regular education class and general education
curriculum, amount/type of special education, and how to calculate amount of
special education
● Describe considerations to ensure family engagement at an IEP team meeting
● Explain best practices for conducting an IEP team meeting
*Act 48 hours will be awarded to all participants
Additional Information-
Parking is available in the stone lot across Rt 655.
Enter through the side door on Rt 655.
There will be a TIU 11 Training Event sign at the entrance.
Lunch will be on your own so please plan accordingly. There is a refrigerator and microwave available on-site for your use. There are limited restaurants available within a short driving distance, so you may prefer to pack a lunch.
Registration is open until 10/1/2024