An Individualized Education Program (IEP) is a written statement of the educational program designed to meet a child’s individual needs. Every child who receives special education services must have an IEP. That’s why the process of developing this vital document is of great interest and importance to educators, administrators, and families alike. Here’s a crash course on the IEP. What is in an IEP? What is the IEP’s purpose? Who develops the IEP? When is the IEP developed? Can students be involved in developing their own IEPs? Why is teacher input required?
