IEP Tip Sheet for Parents: The IEP Team

The IEP team members are responsible for working together to develop your child’s individualized education program (IEP). As the parent, you are an important member of the IEP team! The IEP development brings together the knowledge and expertise of all team members. This tip sheet reviews the members of the IEP team and their roles. It highlights required members and additional members who may be beneficial in developing an IEP that best meets your child's needs. Some key questions to consider and additional resources are included.

_{We would like to thank staff from Families Helping Families of Greater New Orleans and Louisiana Parent Training & Information Center, Nicole Bucka, and educators at Ella Risk School Elementary School in Central Falls Rhode Island for their feedback on these resources. To ensure these resources are as helpful as possible for parents and families, we welcome any suggested edits or ways to make the content more accessible. Please contact us at progresscenter@air.org with your ideas.}