Now that backpacks are stuffed with folders and fidget toys, and routines are (mostly) in place, it’s the perfect moment to pause and check in on something big: your child’s IEP.
You worked hard to get that plan just right — but here’s the truth: an IEP only matters if it’s actually being followed and still fits your child’s needs. That’s where the fall IEP check-in comes in. Think of it as a seasonal tune-up to review how things are going and what might need a little (or a lot) of tweaks. Here are a few key questions to keep in mind:
That’s not all! Grab your IEP and your favorite cozy fall drink and head over to our fall IEP check-in article for the top 5 things to check this fall. 🍁 A check-in now can make a huge difference for the rest of the year.
Additional articles to help you dive deeper:
- What are 7 mistakes to avoid when checking in with your IEP team?
- How can you make sure your IEP is being followed (and what can you do if it isn’t)?
- How do you troubleshoot 9 common IEP concerns?
- What are 14 red flags in the IEP — and what should you do about them?
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FREE virtual event: RSVP now → Back to School with Education Attorney Dina Kaplan from Vanaman German
Our live event with education attorney Dina Kaplan is just a week away! Prepare all your back-to-school questions and join us on Thursday, September 25, 12:30 p.m.–1:30 p.m. PT for our FREE live event. Dina will be answering parent questions from the chat and give her tips for navigating a school year where the stakes and potential barriers seem higher than ever. Can’t make the live event? Register your email to get the full replay video and recap! RSVP here→
Join us for expert office hours
If your child is a Regional Center client, are you making the most of the Self-Determination Program? Whether you’re new to SDP or your child is already enrolled and you need help troubleshooting, join us for office hours on Wednesday, September 24 at 12:00 p.m. PT with Iris Barker, our Self-Determination Consultant. If you’re not an Undivided member yet, get started here to join us for office hours every week.
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- September 20 at 10:oo a.m. – Back to School: One-Month IEP Check-in. You may be nagged by a feeling that there is a lot you should be doing when it comes to back-to-school, but what exactly is that? This Undivided Conversation will cover what should be on your radar one month into the school year and help you troubleshoot IEP issues.
- September 21 at 10:00 a.m. – What to Do When its Not Working. Catch this re-stream conversation with Non-Attorney Education Advocate Lisa Carey as she breaks down what to do when the IEP isn’t working. Whether you’re navigating accommodations, lack of progress, or just a gut feeling that something’s off, we have practical steps to help you advocate with confidence.
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Need some quick tips for your IEP check-in? Watch this 90-second video on our YouTube channel→
In the first month of school, what challenges and successes have you seen? Join the discussion in our private Facebook group for parents→
We recently sponsored an episode of the Brave Together podcast featuring the author of “How to Handle More Than You Can Handle: Caring for Yourself While Raising a Disabled Child.” Check it out on Instagram→
We’re following updates in special education funding to help families and providers stay informed. Connect with Undivided on LinkedIn→
