IEP Reviews

The special education and IEP process is complex, technical, and often overwhelming for families.

IEPs are written using educational and clinical language that can be difficult to understand without training. Evaluations are often long, data-heavy, and disconnected from everyday classroom experiences. Meetings move quickly, and parents are frequently asked to make important decisions on the spot.

Families are often expected to understand:

  • Special education laws and procedures

  • IEP goals, services, and accommodations

  • Psychological, academic, and speech-language evaluations

  • What schools are required to provide versus what is optional

Even highly involved parents can feel stressed and unsure navigating this process. IEP reviews are designed to slow things down and provide clarity.

  • Who this is for:
    Families who want to understand what the IEP actually says, without interpretation pressure or strategy planning.

    What families receive:
    A written, plain-language summary of your child’s IEP, delivered as a clear, parent-friendly document or email.

    Includes:

    • Overview of the student profile as described by the school

    • Identified strengths

    • Identified areas of difficulty

    • Explanation of how significant the challenges appear to be, based on the information provided

    • Explanation of classroom supports and accommodations

    • Explanation of how they’re receiving direct, specialized support at school

    • Plain-language translation of IEP goals and objectives

    • High-level review of progress trends if up to three years of IEPs are provided

    This tier focuses on understanding, not decision-making.

  • Who this is for:
    Families who want clarity and the opportunity to talk through the IEP with a professional.

    Includes everything in IEP Translation & Summary service, plus:

    • A 45-minute virtual consultation

    • Space to:

      • Ask clarifying questions

      • Discuss concerns or confusion

      • Understand what the IEP is addressing

      • Identify what it may not be addressing

      • Clarify which parts of the IEP matter most right now

    Outcome:
    Parents leave with a clearer understanding of:

    • The purpose of the IEP

    • Key areas to monitor

    • Questions they may want to bring to the school team

  • For families preparing to speak up calmly and confidently

    Everything in Tier 3 plus help in drafting letters and preparing you for school meetings so you can confidently advocate for your child.

    Who this is for:
     Families preparing for:

    • IEP meetings

    • PPT meetings

    • Transitions (grade changes, school changes)

    • Difficult conversations with school teams

    Includes everything in Tier Three, plus:

    • Support drafting emails or letters to the school team

    • Help organizing priorities so meetings don’t feel overwhelming

    • Preparation of:

      • Key talking points

      • Questions aligned to evaluations and goals

    • Coaching on:

      • How to communicate concerns clearly

      • How to stay collaborative rather than adversarial

    Important boundary:
    This service prepares you to advocate. It does not involve attending meetings or providing legal representation.

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