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Here are answers to your questions about your child's rights to special education and an Individualized Education Program (IEP). What disabilities qualify for an IEP? What's an assessment? What happens at the IEP meeting and how do you prepare for it? What's included in the final IEP plan? Do you need a special education lawyer? Here you'll find FAQs, articles, the latest in special education law, and more.

Articles on Special Education & IEPs

Special Education Law & the IEP
The Individuals With Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) provides certain rights to children who need special education.

Entering Special Education
Tips for getting your child started in special education.

Preparing for the IEP Meeting
From IEP forms to understanding your child's rights, what you need to know before your IEP meeting.

Special Education Lawyers: Do You Need One?
A special education attorney can help you advocate for your child in school.

Testing Accommodation for Children With Disabilities
Children who are eligible for special education services due to disabilities are eligible for special accommodations during testing.

Disability-Related Discrimination at School

Disability Discrimination at School: Information for Families of Children With Health-Care Issues
How IDEA, Section 504, and the ADA protect children with medical issues from disability discrimination at school.

Questions on Special Education & IEPs

Is my child eligible for special education?

Does my child have to take general assessments?

Can my child's school district refuse to send her to private school?