
7 Tips for Parents: Have a Productive IEP Meeting
Here's a question a parent had: "What can I do to make sure my child's IEP meeting goes smoothly? I don't anticipate any problems, most of my kid's IEP meetings have gone ok, but he is at a new school and I'm not sure what to expect. What can I do to make sure there's no surprises?" As a special education teacher, I've seen many different parental approaches to IEP meetings. In general, it is best to be courteous and professional. Teachers will read your energy and respond in