What is an IEP?
An Individualized Education Program is a written plan developed for an eligible student with a disability. It documents current performance, goals, services, supports, and how progress will be measured.
IEP fundamentals
IEP facts, explained clearly.
Understand the purpose of an Individualized Education Program, the planning process, and how measurable goals support meaningful progress.
What makes a useful goal?
A useful goal describes an observable skill, the conditions in which it will occur, the expected level of performance, and a practical method for measuring progress.
How should examples be used?
Goal examples are starting points. Teams should individualize them using evaluation data, present levels, student priorities, and professional judgment.
Explore IEP topics
What is IEP? IEP stands for Individualized Education Program. An IEP is a written statement for an individual with a disability, special needs, or in a special education program. These statements are developed, reviewed, and in accordance with specific federal regulations—SMART IEP Goals. The IEP Process is unique for each child, but with our extensive IEP Goals and Objectives database, as well as our innovative IEP Goal Bank, you will be able to easily track completed IEP Goals. Find goals for IEP special ed programs, IEP examples, and other helpful resources for Educator and Parents alike. Browse the links below to learn more about IEP Regulations, SMART IEP Goals, writing IEP Goals, other IEP Programs, and how to start the IEP Process.
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