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INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAM (IEP) TEMPLATE
Virginia Department of Education’s Sample IEP Form
For Use with Students up to Age Thirteen, as Appropriate
TABLE OF CONTENTS
The Virginia Department of Education does not require that schools use this sample IEP format; it is
offered as a best practice example. The sample IEP form is divided into two sections. The first section
includes those pages that are the foundation of all IEPs. The second section includes those pages that
will be added to the IEP as needed and sample formats for other purposes.
SECTION 1: Foundation of All IEPs
Cover Page: This page contains general information about the student and documentation of those
individuals who participated in the development of the IEP. (page 3)
Factors for IEP Team Considerations: This form may be used to document the team’s
consideration of the matters that the applicable regulations require the team to consider during the
process of developing the IEP, along with any decisions made by the team regarding these matters.
The documentation of these considerations, while not required, is best practice. However, all
members of the IEP team must be aware of the factors that need to be considered by the IEP team
during the development of the IEP. (page 4)
Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (pages 5-6)
Measurable Annual Goals/Progress Reports (page 7)
Services, Accommodations/Modifications (page 8)
Services, Participation in State and Divisionwide Accountability/Assessment System (pages 9-
10)
Services, Least Restrictive Environment, Placement (pages 11-12)
Services, Least Restrictive Environment, Placement-Preschool only (pages 13-14)
Prior Notice (page 15)
Prior Written Notice (page 16)
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SECTION 2: Additional Forms as Needed
Elementary IEP Process Checklist: Example list that can be used to facilitate the IEP process.
(page 18)
IEP Meeting Notice – Sample (page 19-20)
Consent to Invite Agency Personnel – Sample (page 21)
Cover Page – Medicaid Eligible Students: This page contains general information about the
student and documentation of those individuals who participated in the development of the IEP and
assists in meeting the documentation requirements for Medicaid students for which services are
billed. (pages 22-23)
Measurable Annual Goals/Progress Reports, continued (page 24)
Short-term Objectives and/or Benchmarks: to be used as needed. (page 25)
Progress Report Comments: This page can be used to provide comments on progress report codes.
(page 26)
Extended School Year Services: This page addresses services beyond the normal school year/day, if
needed. (page 27)
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COVER PAGE
Student Name_____Mary Davis__________________________________________________________ Page ___ of ___
Student ID Number_______________________________________________________________________ Grade_______
DOB ____/____/____ Age ___3_____ Disability(ies) ________________________________________________________
Parent(s) Name_____________________________________________________Email_____________________________
Home Address_____________________________________________________Primary (____)______________________
____________________________________________________ Secondary (____)____________________
Date of IEP meeting…………………...…………………….……………………….....……..………….._____/_____/_____
Date parent notified of IEP meeting………………………………..……………………...………………_____/_____/_____
This IEP will be reviewed no later than ………..…………………….……………..……….……………_____/_____/_____
Most recent eligibility date…………………………….…………………………………….……………._____/_____/_____
Next re-evaluation, including eligibility, must occur before ………..……..…………..…..…………….._____/_____/_____
Copy of IEP given to parent (Name) _____________________________________________ On (Date)_____/_____/_____
IEP Teacher/Manager_________________________________________ Phone Number (____)______________________
The Individualized Education Plan (IEP) that accompanies this document is meant to support the positive process and team
approach. The IEP is a working document that outlines the student’s vision for the future, strengths and needs. The IEP is
not written in isolation. The intent of an IEP is to bring together a team of people who understand and support the student in
order to come to consensus on a plan and an appropriate and effective education for the student. No two teams are alike and
each team will arrive at different answers, ideas and supports and services to address the student’s unique needs. The student
and his/her family members are vital participants, as well as teachers, assistants, specialists, outside service providers, and the
principal. When all team members are present, the valuable information shared supports the development of a rich student
profile and education plan.
PARTICIPANTS INVOLVED:
The list below indicates that the individual participated in the development of this IEP and the placement decision; it
does not authorize consent. Parent consent is indicated on the “Prior Notice” page.
NAME OF PARTICIPANT POSITION
_____________________________________________________ ____________________________________
_____________________________________________________ ____________________________________
_____________________________________________________ ____________________________________
_____________________________________________________ ____________________________________
_____________________________________________________ ____________________________________
_____________________________________________________ ____________________________________
_____________________________________________________ ____________________________________
_____________________________________________________ ____________________________________
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FACTORS FOR IEP TEAM CONSIDERATION
Student Name________________________________________________ Date ____/____/____ Page _____ of _____
Student ID Number___________________________________________
During the IEP meeting, the following factors must be considered by the IEP team. Best practice suggests that the IEP team
document that the factors were considered and any decision made relative to each. The factors are addressed in other sections
of the IEP if not documented on this page (for example: see Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional
Performance).
1. Results of the initial or most recent evaluation of the student;
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
2. The strengths of the student;
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
3. The academic, developmental, and functional needs of the student;
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
4. The concerns of the parent(s) for enhancing the education of their child;
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
5. The communication needs of the student;
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
6. The student’s needs for benchmarks or short-term objectives;
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7. Whether the student requires assistive technology devices and services. When considering whether assistive technology is
required, the IEP team may refer to the Virginia Assistive Technology Resource Guide to facilitate the discussions about goals
and objectives, areas of difficulty, and whether AT devices or services are needed, and whether accessible instructional
materials in alternate formats are needed.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
8. In the case of a student whose behavior impedes his or her learning or that of others, consider the use of positive
behavioral interventions, strategies, and supports to address that behavior;
______________________________________________________________________________________________________________
9. In the case of a student with limited English proficiency, consider the language needs of the student as those needs relate
to the student’s IEP;
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10. In the case of a student who is blind or is visually impaired, provide for instruction in Braille and the use of Braille
unless the IEP team determines after an evaluation of the student’s reading and writing skills, needs, and appropriate reading
and writing media, including an evaluation of the student’s future needs for instruction in Braille or the use of Braille, that
instruction in Braille or the use of Braille is not appropriate for the student. When considering that Braille is not appropriate
for the child the IEP team may use the Functional Vision and Learning Media Assessment for Students who are Pre-Academic
or Academic and Visually Impaired in Grades K-12 (FVLMA) or similar instrument; and
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11. In the case of a student who is deaf or hard of hearing, consider the student’s language and communication needs,
opportunities for direct communications with peers and professional personnel in the student’s language and communication
mode, academic level, and full range of needs, including opportunities for direct instruction in the student’s language and
communication mode. The IEP team may use the Virginia Communication Plan when considering the student's language and
communication needs and supports that may be needed.
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PRESENT LEVEL OF ACADEMIC ACHEIVEMENT AND FUNCTIONAL PERFORMANCE
Student Name__________________________________________________________ Date____/____/____ Page ___of___
Student ID Number_____________________________________________________
The Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance summarize the results of assessments that identify
the student’s interests, preferences, strengths and areas of need, including assistive technology and/or accessible materials. It
also describes the effect of the student’s disability on his or her involvement and progress in the general education curriculum,
and for preschool children, as appropriate, how the disability affects the student’s participation in appropriate activities. This
includes the student’s performance and achievement in academic areas such as writing, reading, mathematics, science, and
history/social sciences. It also includes the student’s performance in functional areas, such as self-determination, social
competence, communication, behavior and personal management. Test scores, if included, should be self-explanatory or an
explanation should be included, and the Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance should be
written in objective measurable terms, to the extent possible. There should be a direct relationship among the desired goals,
the Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance, and all other components of the IEP.
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Mary is a 3-year-old preschooler. Her primary exceptionality is developmental delay. She is
diagnosed with Trisomy 21 (Down’s Syndrome). She also has asthma and hydrocephaly. Mary has been
hospitalized twice due to respiratory complications. She takes medications (Flovent and Albuterol) for
her asthma condition, as well as an allergy medication (Zyrtec) and a reflux medication (Prevacid).
Mary drinks only thickened liquids and has a lactose intolerance. She has no food allergies. She has been
seen for a swallow study and she will likely be seen by an ENT in the future. She will also have a GTI
scope and be seen by a pulmonologist. She is immunocompromised.
Mary demonstrates strengths in responding to social interactions. She is responsive to familiar
adults and open to others’ initiation of interactions. She is responsive when her name is called. She
displays pride in her accomplishments and will vocalize to express her feelings. She is able to move
independently around the house, to walk up and down stairs with support to maintain balances when
going from standing to sitting or other non-vertical positions. Additionally, she also demonstrates some
hand coordination. She can feed herself bite-sized piece and drink from a cup with assistance. She can
manipulate objects, drop and search for objects, and extend and release and throw objects. Mary also
plays with shape sorters and puzzles.
Mary is unable to imitate circular drawings on a page, string beads or stack cups. She does not
demonstrate attentiveness to teacher directed activities for more than 3 minutes. Mary is also unable to
kick a ball without losing balance. She also demonstrates lack of awareness of common dangers and will
put non-edible items in her mouth. She is also not yet able to match objects by their properties (color,
shape, size, etc.) or to identify common use of objects. She also does not refer to herself by pronouns nor
name.
Mary’s teacher reports that she is not yet following the routines of the classroom, neither is she
sharing with classmates nor taking turns with them. Mary does not yet participate in group activities.
Mary is also an elopement risk. She will wander away if not continuously and closely watched by an
adult.
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PRESENT LEVEL OF ACADEMIC ACHEIVEMENT AND FUNCTIONAL PERFORMANCE, continued
Student Name______Mary Davis_________________________________ Date __10__/__13__/__2023__ Page _6__of___
Student ID Number__________________________________
PRESENT LEVEL OF ACADEMIC ACHEIVEMENT AND FUNCTIONAL PERFORMANCE, continued.
Mary’s mother also reports that Mary displays the same tendencies to wander away at home as
well. Mom additionally reports that Mary will make a mess with foods. She does not eat much meat or
raw vegetables and prefers pasta. Mary also does not like clutter and will scatter her toys if there is too
much in front of her. Mary’s mom also reports that she has received a Level III AU diagnosis recently.
The teacher reports that Mary will become fussy when in an unfamiliar situation or one that
makes her feel nervous. She looks for adult support and prefers benign held when distressed. Mother
reports fussiness at home as well but only in response to being hungry, thirsty, or tired. The difference in
fussiness antecedents seems likely due to the difference in settings—there is less likely to be anything
unfamiliar or nervousness-inducing at home.
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MEASURABLE ANNUAL GOALS, PROGRESS REPORT
Student Name____Mary Davis___________________________________ Date__10__/_13___/__2023__ Page _7__of___
Student ID Number________________________________ Area of Need_____Social__________________________
# ___1__ MEASURABLE ANNUAL GOAL:
When prompted verbally by her teacher, Mary will participate in a teacher-led group activity (i.e., circle
time) for 15 minutes by the end of the school year (June 30, 2024).
When prompted verbally by her teacher, Mary will participate in a teacher-led group activity
(i.e., circle time) for 5 minutes by December 30, 2023.
When prompted verbally by her teacher, Mary will participate in a teacher-led group activity
(i.e., circle time) for 10 minutes by March 31, 2024.
The IEP team considered the need for short-term objectives/benchmarks.
Short-term objectives/benchmarks are included for this goal. (Required for students participating in the VAAP)
Short-term objectives/benchmarks are not included for this goal.
How will progress toward this annual goal be measured? (check all that apply)
__ Classroom Participation
____ Checklist
____ Class work
____ Homework
__ Observation
____ Special Projects
____ Tests and Quizzes
____ Written Reports
____ Criterion-referenced test:_________________________
____ Norm-referenced test: ___________________________
___ Other: ___duration recording____________________
Progress on this goal will be reported to the parent or adult student using the following codes. Attach comments using
progress report comment form located in section two.
Anticipated Date of Progress Report*
Actual Date of Progress Report
Progress Code
SP -The student is making Sufficient Progress to achieve this
annual goal within the duration of this IEP.
IP -The student has demonstrated Insufficient Progress
to meet this annual goal and may not achieve this goal
within the duration of this IEP.
ES - The student demonstrates Emerging Skill but may not
achieve this goal within the duration of this IEP. NI -The student has Not been provided Instruction on
this goal.
M -The student has Mastered this annual goal.
* Progress reports will be provided at least as often as parents are informed of the progress of children without
disabilities.
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MEASURABLE ANNUAL GOALS, PROGRESS REPORT
Student Name____Mary Davis___________________________________ Date__10__/_13___/__2023__ Page _8__of___
Student ID Number________________________________ Area of Need_____Communication_______________________
# ___2__ MEASURABLE ANNUAL GOAL:
Given a verbal prompt (i.e. teacher asks “What do you need/want?”), Mary will communicate her
wants/need with at least one word utterance, gestural sign, or use of PECS at 90% of opportunities to
respond.
Given a verbal prompt (i.e. teacher asks “What do you need/want?”), Mary will communicate her
wants/need with at least one word utterance, gestural sign, or use of PECS at 50% of
opportunities to respond by December 30, 2023.
Given a verbal prompt (i.e. teacher asks “What do you need/want?”), Mary will communicate her
wants/need with at least one word utterance, gestural sign, or use of PECS at 70% of
opportunities to respond by March 31, 2024.
The IEP team considered the need for short-term objectives/benchmarks.
Short-term objectives/benchmarks are included for this goal. (Required for students participating in the VAAP)
Short-term objectives/benchmarks are not included for this goal.
How will progress toward this annual goal be measured? (check all that apply)
__ Classroom Participation
____ Checklist
____ Class work
____ Homework
__ Observation
____ Special Projects
____ Tests and Quizzes
____ Written Reports
____ Criterion-referenced test:_________________________
____ Norm-referenced test: ___________________________
___ Other: ___frequency/event recording______________
Progress on this goal will be reported to the parent or adult student using the following codes. Attach comments using
progress report comment form located in section two.
Anticipated Date of Progress Report*
Actual Date of Progress Report
Progress Code
SP -The student is making Sufficient Progress to achieve this
annual goal within the duration of this IEP.
IP -The student has demonstrated Insufficient Progress
to meet this annual goal and may not achieve this goal
within the duration of this IEP.
ES - The student demonstrates Emerging Skill but may not
achieve this goal within the duration of this IEP. NI -The student has Not been provided Instruction on
this goal.
M -The student has Mastered this annual goal.
* Progress reports will be provided at least as often as parents are informed of the progress of children without
disabilities.
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MEASURABLE ANNUAL GOALS, PROGRESS REPORT
Student Name____Mary Davis___________________________________ Date__10__/_13___/__2023__ Page _9__of___
Student ID Number________________________________ Area of Need_____Cognitive__________________________
# ___3__ MEASURABLE ANNUAL GOAL:
When prompted verbally and provided with a set of 10 manipulatives, Mary will match them by the
teacher-specified property (i.e. shape, color, or size) with 80% accuracy by the end of the school year
(June 30, 2024).
When prompted verbally and provided with a set of 10 manipulatives, Mary will match them by
the teacher-specified property (i.e. shape, color, or size) with 60% accuracy by December 30,
2023.
When prompted verbally and provided with a set of 10 manipulatives, Mary will match them by
the teacher-specified property (i.e. shape, color, or size) with 40% accuracy by March 31, 2024.
The IEP team considered the need for short-term objectives/benchmarks.
Short-term objectives/benchmarks are included for this goal. (Required for students participating in the VAAP)
Short-term objectives/benchmarks are not included for this goal.
How will progress toward this annual goal be measured? (check all that apply)
__ Classroom Participation
____ Checklist
___ Class work
____ Homework
__ Observation
____ Special Projects
____ Tests and Quizzes
____ Written Reports
____ Criterion-referenced test:_________________________
____ Norm-referenced test: ___________________________
____ Other: _______________________________________
Progress on this goal will be reported to the parent or adult student using the following codes. Attach comments using
progress report comment form located in section two.
Anticipated Date of Progress Report*
Actual Date of Progress Report
Progress Code
SP -The student is making Sufficient Progress to achieve this
annual goal within the duration of this IEP.
IP -The student has demonstrated Insufficient Progress
to meet this annual goal and may not achieve this goal
within the duration of this IEP.
ES - The student demonstrates Emerging Skill but may not
achieve this goal within the duration of this IEP. NI -The student has Not been provided Instruction on
this goal.
M -The student has Mastered this annual goal.
* Progress reports will be provided at least as often as parents are informed of the progress of children without
disabilities.
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ACCOMMODATIONS/MODIFICATIONS
Student Name______________Mary Davis_________________________ Date_10___/_13___/_2023___ Page _10__of___
Student ID Number___________________________________
This student will be provided access to general education classes, special education classes, other school services and
activities including nonacademic activities and extracurricular activities, and education related settings:
___ with no accommodations/modifications
__ with the following accommodations/modifications
Accommodations/modifications provided as part of the instructional and testing/assessment process will allow the student
equal opportunity to access the curriculum and demonstrate achievement. Accommodations/modifications also provide access
to nonacademic and extracurricular activities and educationally related settings. Accommodations/modifications based solely
on the potential to enhance performance beyond providing equal access are inappropriate.
Accommodations may be in, but not limited to, the areas of time, scheduling, setting, presentation and response including
assistive technology and/or accessible materials. The impact of any modifications listed should be discussed.
ACCOMMODATIONS/MODIFICATIONS (list, as appropriate)
Accommodation(s)/Modification(s) Frequency Location
(name of school
*)
Instructional
Setting
Duration
m/d/y to m/d/y
School nurse for medical needs
(asthma, monitoring cranial
pressure/swelling etc)
Daily The Inclusive
Preschool
General Education
Classroom
The remainder of
the school year.
10/13/2023 to
6/30/2024
PECS (Picture Exchange
Communication System)
Daily The Inclusive
Preschool
General Education
Classroom
The remainder of
the school year.
10/13/2023 to
6/30/2024
1 to 1 Paraprofessional for safety
concerns (wandering, mouthing
nonedible items, etc.)
Daily The Inclusive
Preschool
General Education
Classroom
The remainder of
the school year.
10/13/2023 to
6/30/2024
BCBA (to teach PECS and functional
communication)
10 hours per
week, 5 days per
week
The Inclusive
Preschool
General Education
Classroom
The remainder of
the school year.
10/13/2023 to
6/30/2024
* IEP teams are required to identify the specific school site (public or private) when the parent expresses concerns about the
location of the services or refuses the proposed site. A listing of more than one anticipated location is permissible, if the
parents do not indicate that they will object to any particular school or state that the team should identify a single school.
Supports for School Personnel: (Describe supports such as equipment, consultation, or training for school staff to meet the unique
needs for the student) Staff will receive tr aining in the use of PECS. Staff will also receive instruction on
mand training from a BCBA (board certified applied behavior analyst). PECS will be provided for the
classroom. ________________________________________________________________________________________
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SERVICES – LEAST RESTRICTIVE ENVIRONMENT – PLACEMENT, Continued
PARTICIPATION IN THE STATE AND DIVISIONWIDE ACCOUNTABILITY/ASSESSMENT SYSTEM
Student Name____Mary Davis____________________________________ Date __10__/__13__/_2023_ Page __11_of___
Student ID Number__________________________________
This student’s participation in state and divisionwide assessments must be discussed annually. During the duration
of this IEP:
Will the student be at a grade level or enrolled in a course for which the student must
participate in a state and/or divisionwide assessment? If yes, continue to next question.
Yes No
Based on the Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance, is this
student being considered for participation in the Virginia Standards of Learning
(SOL)Assessments (select appropriate content area)
Reading Math Science History/Social Science Grade 8 Writing
Yes No
N/A
Based on the Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance, is this
student being considered for participation in the Special Permission Request Virginia
Substitute Evaluation Program (VSEP)? If yes, complete the “VSEP Participation
Criteria” for each content area considered. (Grades 3-8 only)
Reading Math Science History/Social Science Grade 8 Writing
Yes No
N/A
Does the student meet the VSEP participation criteria? If yes, determine for specific content
area. Reading Math Science History/Social Science Grade 8 Writing
Special permission for eligible students with disabilities in grades 3-8. refer to VDOE’s
Students with Disabilities: Guidelines for Assessment Participation for guidance.
Yes No
N/A
Based on the Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance, is this
student being considered for participation in the Virginia Alternate Assessment Program
(VAAP), which is based on Aligned Standards of Learning? If yes, complete the “VAAP
Participation Criteria”.
Yes No
N/A
Does the student meet VAAP participation criteria? Yes No
N/A
If “yes” to any of the above, check the assessment(s) chosen and attach (or maintain in student’s educational record) the
assessment page(s), which will document how the student will participate in Virginia’s accountability system and any needed
accommodations and/or modifications.
___ SOL Assessments Reading Math Science History/Social Science Grade 8 Writing
___ Virginia Substitute Evaluation Program (VSEP) Reading Math Science History/Social Science Grade 8 Writing
___ Virginia Alternate Assessment Program (VAAP)
Divisionwide Assessment (list):
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________
*Refer to Students with Disabilities: Guidelines for Assessment Participation for additional guidance on the assessment programs.
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PARTICIPATION IN THE STATE AND DIVISIONWIDE ACCOUNTABILITY/ASSESSMENT SYSTEM
(continued)
Student Name__________Mary Davis ______________________________ Date _10___/__13__/_2023___ Page ___of___
Student ID Number__________________________________
PARTICIPATION IN STATEWIDE ASSESSMENTS
Test
Assessment Type*
(SOL, VSEP,VAAP) Accommodations** If yes, list accommodation(s)
Reading _______________________________________
Not Assessed at this Grade Level
Yes No
Math _______________________________________
Not Assessed at this Grade Level
Yes No
Science _______________________________________
Not Assessed at this Grade Level
Yes No
History/SS _______________________________________
Not Assessed at this Grade Level
Yes No
Writing _______________________________________
Not Assessed at this Grade Level
Yes No
* Students with disabilities are expected to participate in all content area assessments that are available to students without
disabilities. The IEP Team determines how the student will participate in the accountability system.
** Accommodation(s) must be based upon those the student generally uses during classroom instruction and assessment,
including assistive technology and/or accessible materials. For the accommodations that may be considered, refer to VDOE’s
Students with Disabilities: Guidelines for Assessment Participation for guidance.
Divisionwide Assessment (list):
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
EXPLANATION FOR NON-PARTICIPATION IN REGULAR STATE OR DIVISION-WIDE ASSESSMENTS
If an IEP team determines that a student must take an alternate assessment instead of a regular state assessment, explain in the
space below why the student cannot participate in this regular assessment; why the particular assessment selected is
appropriate for the student, including that the student meets the criteria for the alternate assessment; and how the student’s
nonparticipation in the regular assessment will impact the child’s promotion; or other matters. Refer to the VDOE’s Students
with Disabilities: Guidelines for Assessment Participation for guidance.
Alternate/Alternative Assessments Participation Criteria is attached or maintained in the student’s educational record
____________________________________________________________________________________________________
_____Not Applicable for this student. This student is not of age to participate in state or divisionwide assessments. ___
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Student Name__________Mary Davis______________________________ Date__10__/__13__/_2023___ Page _13__of___
Student ID Number ___________________________________
Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
When discussing the least restrictive environment and placement options, the following must be considered:
To the maximum extent appropriate, the student is educated with children without disabilities.
Special classes, separate schooling or other removal of the student from the regular educational environment occurs only
when the nature or severity of the disability is such that education in regular classes with the use of supplementary aids
and services cannot be achieved satisfactorily.
The student’s placement should be as close as possible to the child’s home and unless the IEP of the student with a
disability requires some other arrangement, the student is educated in the school that he or she would attend if he or she
did not have a disability.
In selecting the LRE, consideration is given to any potential harmful effect on the student or on the quality of services that
he/she needs.
The student with a disability shall be served in a program with age-appropriate peers unless it can be shown that for a
particular student with a disability, the alternative placement is appropriate as documented by the IEP.
Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)
When discussing FAPE for this student, it is important for the IEP team to remember that FAPE may include, as appropriate:
Educational Programs and Services
Proper Functioning of Hearing Aids
Assistive Technology and/or accessible
materials
Transportation
Nonacademic and Extracurricular Services and Activities
Physical Education
Extended School Year Services (ESY)
Length of School Day
SERVICES :
Identify the service(s), including frequency, duration and location that will be provided to or on behalf of the student in order
for the student to receive a free appropriate public education. These services are the special education services and as
necessary, the related services, supplementary aids and services based on peer-reviewed research to the extent practicable,
assistive technology and/or accessible materials, supports for personnel*, accommodations and/or modifications* and
extended school year services* the student will receive that will address area(s) of need as identified by the IEP team. Address
any needed transportation and physical education services including accommodations and/or modifications. * These services
are listed on the “Accommodations/Modifications” page and “Extended School Year Services” page, as needed.
Service(s) Frequency **School/location
Instructional
Setting
(classroom)
Duration
m/d/y to m/d/y
Intensive Behavioral Health
Services provided by a
BCBA
2 hours per day/5
days per week
The Inclusive
Preschool, general
education classroom
The remainder of the school
year. 10/13/2023 to 6/30/2024
Speech Therapy 30 mins per
session, 2x/ week
The Inclusive
Preschool, gen. ed.
10/13/2023 to 6/30/2024
Occupational Therapy 30 minutes per
session, 2
sessions per week
The Inclusive
Preschool, general
education classroom.
The remainder of the school
year. 10/13/2023 to 6/30/2024
Physical Therapy 30 minutes per
session, 1
sessions per week
The Inclusive
Preschool, general
education classroom.
10/13/2023 to 6/30/2024
** IEP teams are required to identify the specific school site (public or private) when the parent expresses concerns about the
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location of the services or refuses the proposed site. A listing of more than one anticipated location is permissible, if the
parents do not indicate that they will object to any particular school or state that the team should identify a single school.
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SERVICES – LEAST RESTRICTIVE ENVIRONMENT – PLACEMENT, Continued
Student Name_________________________________________________ Date____/____/____ Page ___of___
Student ID Number ___________________________________
Extended School Year Services (ESY): (see attached summary sheet as a means to document discussion)
The IEP team determined that the student needs ESY services.
The IEP team determined that the student does not need ESY services. Describe.
The IEP team will determine and/or address ESY services at a later date. Addressed by date:______________
Explain:
PLACEMENT
No single model for the delivery of services to any population or category of children with disabilities is acceptable for
meeting the requirement for a continuum of alternative placements. All placement decisions shall be based on the individual
needs of each student. The team may consider placement options in conjunction with discussing any needed supplementary
aids and services, accommodations/modifications, assistive technology and/or accessible materials, and supports for school
personnel. In considering the placement continuum options, check those the team discussed. Then, describe the placement
selected in the PLACEMENT DECISION section below. Determination of the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) and
placement may be one or a combination of options along the continuum.
PLACEMENT CONTINUUM OPTIONS CONSIDERED: (check all that have been considered):
general education class(es)
special class(es)
special education day school
state special education program / school
Public residential facility
Private residential facility
Homebound
Hospital
Other ____________________________
Based upon identified services and the consideration of least restrictive environment (LRE) and placement continuum
options, describe in the space below the placement. Additionally, summarize the discussions and decision around LRE and
placement. This must include an explanation of why the student will not be participating with students without disabilities in
the general education class(es), programs, and activities. Attach additional pages as needed.
Explanation of Placement Decision:
Considering the services that Mary will receive and her needs, the least restrictive environment would be
the general education classroom with support as outlined in this IEP. With the assistance of a school
nurse and 1 to 1 paraprofessional Mery’s specific health needs as well as the safety concerns will be
addressed. Being In a general education classroom will give Mary more opportunities to work on
functional communication skills.
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SERVICES –Preschool (ages 0 – 5): LEAST RESTRICTIVE ENVIRONMENT–PLACEMENT
Student Name_________________________________________________ Date____/____/____ Page ___of___
Student ID Number ___________________________________
Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
When discussing the least restrictive environment and placement options, the following must be considered:
To the maximum extent appropriate, the student is educated with children without disabilities.
Special classes, separate schooling or other removal of the student from the regular educational environment occurs only
when the nature or severity of the disability is such that education in regular classes with the use of supplementary aids
and services cannot be achieved satisfactorily.
The student’s placement should be as close as possible to the child’s home and unless the IEP of the student with a
disability requires some other arrangement, the student is educated in the school that he or she would attend if he or she
did not have a disability.
In selecting the LRE, consideration is given to any potential harmful effect on the student or on the quality of services that
he/she needs.
The student with a disability shall be served in a program with age-appropriate peers unless it can be shown that for a
particular student with a disability, the alternative placement is appropriate as documented by the IEP.
Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)
When discussing FAPE for this student, it is important for the IEP team to remember that FAPE may include, as appropriate:
Educational Programs and Services
Proper Functioning of Hearing Aids
Assistive Technology and/or accessible
materials
Transportation
Nonacademic and Extracurricular Services and Activities
Physical Education
Extended School Year Services (ESY)
Length of School Day
SERVICES :
Identify the service(s), including frequency, duration and location that will be provided to or on behalf of the student in order
for the student to receive a free appropriate public education. These services are the special education services and as
necessary, the related services, supplementary aids and services based on peer-reviewed research to the extent practicable,
assistive technology and/or accessible materials, supports for personnel*, accommodations and/or modifications* and
extended school year services* the student will receive that will address area(s) of need as identified by the IEP team. Address
any needed transportation and physical education services including accommodations and/or modifications. * These services
are listed on the “Accommodations/Modifications” page and “Extended School Year Services” page, as needed.
Service(s) Frequency **School/location
Instructional
Setting
(classroom)
Duration
m/d/y to m/d/y
** IEP teams are required to identify the specific school site (public or private) when the parent expresses concerns about the
location of the services or refuses the proposed site. A listing of more than one anticipated location is permissible, if the
parents do not indicate that they will object to any particular school or state that the team should identify a single school.
SERVICES – Preschool (ages 0-5):
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LEAST RESTRICTIVE ENVIRONMENT–PLACEMENT, Continued
Student Name_________________________________________________ Date____/____/____ Page ___of___
Student ID Number ___________________________________
Extended School Year Services (ESY): (see attached summary sheet as a means to document discussion)
The IEP team determined that the student needs ESY services.
The IEP team determined that the student does not need ESY services. Describe.
The IEP team will determine and/or address ESY services at a later date. Addressed by date:______________
Explain:
INSTRUCTIONAL SETTING/PLACEMENT
No single model for the delivery of services to any population or category of children with disabilities is acceptable for
meeting the requirement for a continuum of alternative placements. All instructional setting/placement decisions shall be
based on the individual needs of each student. The team may consider placement options in conjunction with discussing any
needed supplementary aids and services, accommodations/modifications, assistive technology and/or accessible materials and
supports for school personnel. Services may be provided as itinerant services in a community setting where the child is
already attending. In considering the placement continuum options, check those the team discussed. Then, describe the setting
and the reason for provision of services in that setting in the INSTRUCTIONAL SETTING DECISION section below.
Determination of the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) and instructional setting/placement may be one or a combination
of options along the continuum.
PRESCHOOL INSTRUCTIONAL SETTING OPTIONS CONSIDERED: (check all that have been
considered):
*general education class(es) – public or private
special class(es)
*separate special day school
*residential facility
*home
*service provider location
Other
*Can be considered itinerant service setting
Based upon identified services and the consideration of least restrictive environment (LRE) and instructional setting options,
describe in the space below the service(s) setting(s). Additionally, summarize the discussions and decision around LRE and
instructional setting. This must include an explanation of why the student will not be participating with students without
disabilities in the general education class(es), programs, and activities. Attach additional pages as needed.
Explanation of Instructional Setting/Placement Decision:
INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAM (IEP)
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PRIOR NOTICE AND PARENT CONSENT
Student Name______________Mary Davis__________________________ Date__10__/__13__/_2023___ Page _18__of___
Student ID Number___________________________________
PRIOR NOTICE
The school division proposes to implement this IEP. This proposed IEP will allow the student to receive a free appropriate
public education in the least restrictive environment. This decision is based upon a review of current records, current
assessments and the student’s performance as documented in the Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional
Performance. Other options considered, if any, and the reason(s) for rejection are attached, or can be found in the Placement
Decision section of this IEP. Additionally, other factors, if any that are relevant to this proposal are attached. Parent and adult
student rights are explained in the Procedural Safeguards. If you, the parent(s) and adult student, need another copy of the
Procedural Safeguards or need assistance in understanding this information please contact
________________________________ at (___) ____________ or e-mail ________________________________ or
________________________________ at (___) ____________ or e-mail ________________________________ .
____ Parent(s) initials here indicate that the parent(s) has read the above prior notice and attachments, if any, before giving
permission to implement this IEP.
PARENT/ADULT STUDENT CONSENT: Indicate your response by checking the appropriate space and sign below.
___ I give permission to implement this IEP.
___ I do not give permission to implement this IEP.
____________________________________________________ ____/____/____
Parent Signature Date
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TRANSITION INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAM (IEP)
PRIOR WRITTEN NOTICE
Student Name__________________________________________________________ Date____/____/____ Page ___of___
Student ID Number___________________________________
Describe the action that the school division proposes or refuses to take: (Required upon graduation with a standard or advanced diploma)
Explanation of why the school division is proposing or refusing to take action:
Description of each evaluation procedure, assessment, record or report the school division used in deciding to propose or
refuse the action:
Description of any other choices that the Individualized Education Program (IEP) team considered and the reasons why those
choices were rejected:
Description of other reasons or other factors relevant as to why the school division proposed or refused the action:
Resources for the parent to contact for help in understanding the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and the
related federal and Virginia Regulations:
If this notice is not the initial referral for evaluation, document when the parent was provided a copy of the procedural
safeguards and how a copy maybe obtained, if the parent requests an additional copy:
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SECTION 2
Additional Forms
To Be Used
As Needed
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ELEMENTARY INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAM (IEP)
PROCESS CHECKLIST
Meeting notices sent to parent and agency representatives, as appropriate
Acquire written consent from parent for an agency representative to attend the IEP meeting
Welcome and introductions of team members
Review purpose of meeting
Review meeting agenda
Review rights and procedural safeguards pertaining to special education and the IEP meeting
Review of special factors to be considered by the IEP team
Develop Present Level of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance
Develop measurable annual goals
(Discuss progress report on previous annual goals, as needed.)
Determine progress report schedule
Document that the IEP team considered the need for short-term objectives or benchmarks for students other than
those who take alternate assessments aligned to alternate achievement standards
Develop short-term objectives or benchmarks for the annual goals, as needed
Determine any needed accommodations and/or modifications in instruction and assessment
Determine participation in state and divisionwide assessments
Determine services and placement
Determine if student needs ESY services
Review any requests proposed and/or refused
Provide prior written notice and obtain parental consent
Identify how staff will be informed of their responsibilities for implementation of the IEP
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Special Education Meeting Notice
(School Division Letterhead)
Date:
To: ___________________________________
_ and ______________________________________
Parent(s)/Adult Student Student (if appropriate or if transition will be discussed)
You are invited to attend a meeting regarding ____________________________________________
Student’s Name
PURPOSE OF MEETING (check all that apply):
IEP Development or Annual Review
IEP Amendment
Team Review of Referral
Team Review of Existing Data
Transition: PartC to Part B
Eligibility Determination
Team Determination of Needed Data
Transition: Postsecondary Goals, Transition Services
Manifestation Determination
Other: ____________________________
The meeting has been scheduled for:
Date Time Location
Meetings are scheduled at a mutually agreed upon place and time by you and the school division. If you are
unable to attend this meeting you may request participation through other means. If you are unable to attend this
meeting, please contact:
Special Education Staff Contact / IEP Case Manager Title Phone
You and the school division may invite individuals to participate in the team meeting who have knowledge or
expertise about the student’s educational needs. The determination of the knowledge or special expertise shall be
made by the party who invited the individual. For IEP Meetings, if the division intends to invite a representative
of an agency that is likely to be responsible for providing or paying for transition services to the IEP meeting,
written consent of the parent or adult student is required.
Below is a list of the participants (by name or position) the division will be inviting to attend the meeting:
Please review and return the following page to assist the school staff in preparing for the meeting.
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Special Education Meeting Notice Parent/Student Response Form
To the Parent(s) / Guardian(s) / Student:
Student: Date of Meeting:
Please check your choice and return this page to:
at
I the parent student will attend the meeting as scheduled.
I the parent student cannot attend the meeting as scheduled. Please reschedule this
meeting.
I can attend on at
(date) (time and place)
Please contact me at
to determine a mutually agreeable date, time, and place for this IEP meeting.
I the parent student do not wish to attend this meeting even though I understand the
importance of attending. You may hold this meeting in my absence.
I the parent student would like my preferences, interests, and concerns shared with the
team. I will provide my input to you by:
Mail Telephone Other means: prior to the meeting.
An IEP worksheet is enclosed.
I will need the following accommodations for this IEP meeting:
I plan to bring _______ individuals that I believe have knowledge or expertise regarding my child.
______________________________________ ___________________________________
Parent Signature Date
Date received by the school:
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School Division Letterhead
CONSENT TO INVITE AGENCY PERSONNEL
Date: _____________
If the division intends to invite a representative of any agency that is likely to be responsible for providing or
paying for transition services to the IEP meeting, written consent from the parent or adult student is required
prior to the meeting date.
_____ I give my consent for an agency representative(s) named on the meeting notice to be invited to
the IEP meeting.
_____ I do not give my consent for an agency representative(s) named on the meeting notice to be
invited to the IEP meeting.
Parent/Adult Student Signature Date
________________________________________ ______________________
Parent/Adult Student Signature Date
**Please sign and return this page to your child’s IEP Case Manager.
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INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAM (IEP)
COVER PAGE – MEDICAID ELIGIBLE STUDENTS
Student Name_________________________________________________________________________ Page ___ of ___
Student ID Number__________________________________ Medicaid/FAMIS # ____________________ Grade_______
DOB ____/____/____ Age* ________ Disability(ies) (if identified) ____________________________________________
Parent (s)Name_____________________________________________________Email ____________________________
Home Address_____________________________________________________ Primary (____)_____________________
_____________________________________________________ Secondary (____)___________________
Date of IEP meeting…………………...…………………….……………………….....……..………….._____/_____/_____
Date parent notified of IEP meeting………………………………..……………………...………………_____/_____/_____
This IEP will be reviewed no later than ………..…………………….……………..……….……………_____/_____/_____
Most recent eligibility date…………………………….…………………………………….……………._____/_____/_____
Next re-evaluation, including eligibility, must occur before ………..……..…………..…..…………….._____/_____/_____
Copy of IEP given to parent (Name) _____________________________________________ On (Date)_____/_____/_____
IEP Teacher/Manager_________________________________________ Phone Number (____)______________________
PARTICIPANTS INVOLVED:
The list below indicates that the individual participated in the development of this IEP and the placement decision; it does not
authorize consent. Parent consent is indicated on the “Prior Notice” page.
NAME OF PARTICIPANT POSITION
_____________________________________________________ ____________________________________
_____________________________________________________ ____________________________________
_____________________________________________________ ____________________________________
_____________________________________________________ ____________________________________
_____________________________________________________ ____________________________________
Required for Billable Services
ICD9 Code _________________________ Medicaid Discharge Plan/Disposition _______________________________
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Summary of previous treatment if not addressed elsewhere:
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
Intervention, treatment, and modalities if not addressed elsewhere:
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
___________________________________________________________________________________________________
________________________________________________________________________________________________
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PARENTAL CONSENT FOR BILLING PUBLIC INSURANCE LANGUAGE
FOR THE IEP or IEP AMENDMENT
One-Time Consent
(This document is optional and is not a necessary component of the IEP annual review)
For Medicaid or FAMIS (Family Access to Medical Insurance Securities) Insured Only
If your child is now or later becomes eligible for Medicaid or FAMIS and he or she receives health-related
services written in an Individual Education Program (IEP), the federal government can help the public school
division pay for these health-related services, such as, but not limited to physical, occupational or speech therapy;
audiology, nursing, psychological or personal care services and health screening associated with Early Periodic
Screening Diagnosis and Treatment (EPSDT). Parent/Guardian consent is required before the public school
system can bill Medicaid or FAMIS.
Additional information about the one-time parental consent, the parental consent form and the procedural
safeguards can be found at http://www.doe.virginia.gov/support/health_medical/medicaid/index.shtml.
If prior consent has been given, no further action is required.
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INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAM (IEP)
MEASURABLE ANNUAL GOALS, PROGRESS REPORT, continued
Student Name_______________________________________________________ Date____/____/____ Page ___of___
Student ID Number________________________________ Area of Need________________________________________
# _____ MEASURABLE ANNUAL GOAL:
The IEP team considered the need for short-term objectives/benchmarks.
Short-term objectives/benchmarks are included for this goal. (Required for students participating in the VAAP)
Short-term objectives/benchmarks are not included for this goal.
How will progress toward this annual goal be measured? (check all that apply)
____ Classroom Participation
____ Checklist
____ Class work
____ Homework
____ Observation
____ Special Projects
____ Tests and Quizzes
____ Written Reports
____ Criterion-referenced test:_________________________
____ Norm-referenced test: ___________________________
____ Other: ________________________________________
Progress on this goal will be reported to the parent or adult student using the following codes. Attach comments using
progress report comment form located in section two.
Anticipated Date of Progress Report*
Actual Date of Progress Report
Progress Code
SP -The student is making Sufficient Progress to achieve this
annual goal within the duration of this IEP.
IP -The student has demonstrated Insufficient Progress
to meet this annual goal and may not achieve this goal
within the duration of this IEP.
ES -The student demonstrates Emerging Skill but may not
achieve this goal within the duration of this IEP. NI -The student has Not been provided Instruction on
this goal.
M -The student has Mastered this annual goal.
* Progress reports will be provided at least as often as parents are informed of the progress of their children without
disabilities.
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INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAM (IEP)
SHORT TERM OBJECTIVES OR BENCHMARKS, as determined by IEP Team
(Required for students participating in the VAAP)
Student Name__________________________________________________________ Date____/____/____ Page ___of___
Student ID Number________________________________ Goal # _____ Area of Need: ___________________________
Short Term Objectives or Benchmarks, as needed
Objective/Benchmark #___
Objective/Benchmark #___
Objective/Benchmark #___
Objective/Benchmark #___
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INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAM (IEP)
PROGRESS REPORT COMMENTS, Continued
(This document is optional)
Student Name__________________________________________________________ Date____/____/____ Page ___of___
Student ID Number________________________________
Goal #___ Progress Report Code ___
Goal #___ Progress Report Code ___
Goal #___ Progress Report Code ___
Goal #___ Progress Report Code ___
Goal #___ Progress Report Code ___
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INDIVIDUALIZED EDUCATION PROGRAM (IEP)
EXTENDED SCHOOL YEAR SERVICES (ESY)
(Optional)
Student Name_________________________________________________________ Date____/____/____ Page ___of___
Student ID Number___________________________________
Summarize the IEP team’s discussions and decision about ESY:
If ESY services are to be provided identify which goals in the current IEP will be addressed by the ESY services:
Identify the Extended School Year services needed to meet these goals:
Service(s) Frequency **School/location
Instructional
Setting
(classroom)
Duration
m/d/y to m/d/y
** IEP teams are required to identify the specific school site (public or private) when the parent expresses concerns about the location of the
services or refuses the proposed site. A listing of more than one anticipated location is permissible, if the parents do not indicate that they
will object to any particular school or state that the team should identify a single school.
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