IEP Quiz

What is an IEP?

• A plan for all students in a school

• A written statement for eligible children with disabilities

• A document for teachers' performance

• A financial aid program

Answer explanation

An IEP, or Individualized Education Program, is a written statement specifically designed for eligible children with disabilities, outlining their educational needs and the services they will receive.

What is the purpose of Measurable Annual Goals in an IEP?

• To outline the student's past achievements

• To outline the progress expected during the next year

• To describe the student's hobbies

• To list the student's favorite subjects

Answer explanation

Measurable Annual Goals in an IEP are designed to outline the progress expected during the next year, helping to track the student's development and ensure they are meeting their educational objectives.

Which section of the IDEA regulations outlines the requirements for the Present Levels Statement?

• Section 300.320(a)(1)

• Section 300.320(a)(2)

• Section 300.320(a)(3)

• Section 300.320(a)(4)

Answer explanation

The Present Levels Statement requirements are outlined in Section 300.320(a)(1), which specifies the need for a description of the child's current academic and functional performance.

What is the foundation of the IEP?

• The student's extracurricular activities

• The Present Levels Statement

• The student's family history

• The student's favorite subjects

Answer explanation

The foundation of the IEP is the Present Levels Statement, which provides a comprehensive overview of the student's current abilities and needs, guiding the development of appropriate educational goals and services.

What does the Explanation of Educational Setting describe?

• The student's participation in extracurricular activities

• The extent to which a student will not participate with peers in the regular education classroom

• The student's academic performance

• The student's participation in nonacademic opportunities

Answer explanation

The Explanation of Educational Setting specifically describes how much a student may not engage with peers in a regular education classroom, highlighting their level of participation in that environment.

What must the transition plan include according to the Transition Plan and Age of Majority?

• The student's academic performance

• The student's goals following graduation and the transition services needed

• The student's participation in extracurricular activities

• The student's participation in nonacademic opportunities

Answer explanation

The transition plan must include the student's goals following graduation and the transition services needed to achieve those goals, ensuring a successful transition to adulthood.

What is the purpose of the IEP team meeting after the initial IEP is developed?

• To finalize the student's graduation

• To determine if the student's annual goals are met

• To conduct a parent-teacher conference

• To plan extracurricular activities

Answer explanation

The purpose of the IEP team meeting after the initial IEP is to assess whether the student's annual goals are being met, ensuring that the educational plan is effective and making necessary adjustments.

What happens if the IEP team determines that a reevaluation is unnecessary?

• The school must still conduct a reevaluation

• The reevaluation is skipped

• The parent must conduct the reevaluation

• The student is removed from special education

Answer explanation

If the IEP team decides a reevaluation is unnecessary, it means the reevaluation is skipped. This decision indicates that the team believes the current information is sufficient to meet the student's needs.

What is the purpose of the IEP Tip Sheet Series?

• To provide a list of special education schools

• To offer brief summaries of federal regulations and tips for implementation

• To advertise special education products

• To replace the IEP process

Answer explanation

The IEP Tip Sheet Series aims to provide brief summaries of federal regulations and practical tips for implementing them, making it a valuable resource for educators and parents involved in special education.

What type of information does the PROGRESS Center Website offer?

• Information on general education

• Information on developing and implementing high-quality IEPs

• Information on sports programs

• Information on school lunch programs

Answer explanation

The PROGRESS Center Website focuses on providing resources for developing and implementing high-quality IEPs, making it a valuable tool for educators and parents in special education.