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Disagreement on IEP
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on Feb 11, 2014 (Read 4555 times | Comments: 13)
My son is 9 and has an IEP I recently received the new IEP that the IEP team decided on (I was unable to attend because I was in the hospital) which was sent home for me to sign but I disagree with the changes. They are trying to lower the amount of time he spends in the special education classroom by one hour a day, so he will lose 5 hours a week, at the same time they are also saying he no longer qualifies for summer school program and they are taking away 4 of the 5 speech services he receives all to be started upon returning from summer break. So basically after 3 months vacation take away a lot of his services when last month he had a failing grade in Science on his progress report....any advice?
pmundorf
pmundorf
on Dec 12, 2015 Quote  »     Reply  »

I also have a son on the spectrum. I have been face to face with many teachers and administration. It is my understanding that you have the right to call an IEP anytime you as a parent/guardian wish, when there is a difference of opinion. YOU are the voice for your child. YOU are responsible for fighting what you feel is appropriate and most beneficial for your child. If you feel the need for another discussion, go ahead and request that next IEP. Also, it does help to bring someone else with you, either a friend, an acquaintence, or some one from your support group or parent organization. Not only can they offer support, but they can help by explaining to the IEP participants , from their perspective, how the issue at hand will be detrimental or how something you are requesting would be beneficial, etc. IEPS can be incredibly intimidating so it helps to have someone sitting beside you. I wish you luck in your efforts, and may your wonderful kiddo enjoy much sucess!
KristiCampbell
KristiCampbell
on Jul 06, 2016 Quote  »     Reply  »

You do NOT have to sign it until you agree with it. They may pressure you to do so because it's easier for them but truly - fight for what you know your son needs. I promise. I'm in VA.
Ladybug0486
Ladybug0486
on Aug 13, 2016 Quote  »     Reply  »

My son is autistic and when I didn't agree with something I didn't sign. I called another IEP meeting and we had meetings every week until it was changed. It can be time consuming but you must fight for your child.
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