How to Write and Fight for your Child’s IEP
If your child has a disability or needs services at school, he or she should be eligible for an IEP. An IEP allows your child to receive special education services. A federal law called the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) requires that public schools create an IEP for every child receiving special education services. Kids from age 3 through high school graduation or a maximum age of 22 (whichever comes first) may be eligible for an IEP. To create…