Special education teacher explains IEPs: How to get one, meeting tips, and more | Experts Answer

What is an IEP — and how do you know if your child needs one? Special education teacher Stephanie DeLussey breaks down the most common questions about IEPs and school accommodations so you can feel informed, prepared, and ready to take the next step. Timestamps 00:00 Intro 00:19 What is an IEP? 00:50 What’s the difference between an IEP and a 504 plan? 01:29 How do I know if my child needs an IEP? 02:39 How do I get an IEP for my child? 03:10 The school says my child doesn’t need an IEP. I don’t agree. What do I do? 03:59 My child’s teacher isn’t following their IEP. What should I do? 04:42 What are some surprising IEP accommodations? 05:22 My child just got an IEP. What happens next? 06:01 How often do teachers really look at IEPs? 06:31 What should I expect at an IEP meeting? 06:57 How often is an IEP updated? 07:52 How do I prepare for an IEP meeting? 08:25 What are the most common mistakes parents make at an IEP meeting? 08:49 What should be in an IEP? 09:37 How long does the IEP process take? 10:11 Can I get an IEE, or independent educational evaluation? For more on this topic What is an IEP? https://www.understood.org/en/articles/what-is-an-iep The IEP meeting: An overview https://www.understood.org/en/articles/the-iep-meeting-an-overview The difference between IEPs and 504 plans https://www.understood.org/en/articles/the-difference-between-ieps-and-504-plans Questions about learning and thinking differences? Get answers and expert-vetted resources by asking the AI-powered Understood Assistant: https://www.understood.org/en/assistant?utm_medium=organic&utm_source=youtube&utm_campaign=assistant-agn-prod&utm_content=video Understood is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at https://understood.org/give. For more resources, support, and excellent memes, subscribe to our YouTube channel or follow us on: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/understoodorg/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Understood/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@understood.org Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/understoodorg/ #ADHD #IEP #SpecialEducation #SchoolSupports #ExpertsAnswer