Which document outlines a student's present levels of performance, annual goals, and needed services under IDEA?

Which document outlines a student's present levels of performance, annual goals, and needed services under IDEA?

• A. IEP
• B. IFSP
• C. RTI Plan
• D. Transition Plan

Answer: (A)

The plan that the IDEA requires to guide a student’s special education is the Individualized Education Program. It begins by describing the student’s present levels of performance—the current academic and functional abilities, and how the disability affects involvement with the general education curriculum and daily activities. Based on that starting point, the IEP sets annual goals that are specific and measurable, designed to make progress within a year and linked directly to those present levels. The IEP also outlines the services the school will provide to help the student reach those goals, including special education instruction, related services like speech or occupational therapy, accommodations, supports for the learning environment, and any needed assistive technology. This document is created by the IEP team to ensure a tailored, free appropriate public education. While other plans exist—for example, an IFSP for very young children, RTI plans for early interventions, or a transition plan addressing postsecondary goals—what outlines present levels, annual goals, and needed services under IDEA is the IEP.

The plan that the IDEA requires to guide a student’s special education is the Individualized Education Program. It begins by describing the student’s present levels of performance—the current academic and functional abilities, and how the disability affects involvement with the general education curriculum and daily activities. Based on that starting point, the IEP sets annual goals that are specific and measurable, designed to make progress within a year and linked directly to those present levels. The IEP also outlines the services the school will provide to help the student reach those goals, including special education instruction, related services like speech or occupational therapy, accommodations, supports for the learning environment, and any needed assistive technology. This document is created by the IEP team to ensure a tailored, free appropriate public education. While other plans exist—for example, an IFSP for very young children, RTI plans for early interventions, or a transition plan addressing postsecondary goals—what outlines present levels, annual goals, and needed services under IDEA is the IEP.