Talk about how they can start being a part of their IEP process

• Think about where, what, and how they would like to be involved.
• Encourage them to express their ideas to the school.
• Practice having them explain their disability.
• Ask them how they learn and what is easy/hard for them at school.
• Listen as they think about what they want to do and try (now and in the future) .
• Go over how the school/teachers are going to work with them to become part of their IEP process.

Be part of the preparation

• Be available to watch your child practice how they want to be part of the IEP process.
• Help your child gather information to share.
• Express your ideas and thoughts about school and the future.

Be part of the meeting and follow up

• Come to the IEP meeting to support your child.
• Take time to remind them that anything they learn and try is a success in the student-led IEP process.
• Ask them about how they are keeping track and reaching their IEP goals.
• Discuss what they want to do for next year’s IEP process and meeting.