Talk with administrators about the benefits, data, and possibilities of the SLIEP process for all students

• Establish ‘buy-in’ to implement the student-led IEP process with a student, grade level, case load or special education department.
• Explain the steps and benefits of the student-led IEP process.
• Introduce the concept to all involved staff.
• Gather materials.
• Plan professional development to introduce, promote, explain the timeline, outline the structure, and answer questions.

Build a Team

• Contact the members of the IEP school team.
• Schedule time for the staff to work with students as they prepare and practice.
• Enable a method of feedback to gather successes and challenges from participating staff.
• Update the administration to celebrate the successes of the students and the growing partnerships with families.
• Plan for next year’s growth and continuation of the implementation of the SLIEP process.

Complete the 'Today, Tomorrow, & Beyond: SLIEP Assessment of Practices' tool.

• Focus on a component and element for improvement.
• Build your action plan.
• Implement the action plan.