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CONDUCTING AN IEP MEETING
THE SPECIAL EDUCATION PROCESS
Conducting an Individualized Education Program (IEP) MeetingDISTRICT BULLETINS, REFERENCE GUIDES, AND OTHER DISTRICT RESOURCES
Publications from the Division of Special Education
IEP Team Meeting Introductory Statments English/Spanish
The purpose of this memorandum is to notify staff who participate in IEP team meetings that as part of the agreement to end the Modified Consent Decree, there is required language that must be read at the beginning of all IEP team meetings, as part of the introductory statements.
BUL-059905.0: Guidelines for Individualized Education Program (IEP) Teams when Students with Disabilities are Being Considered for Extended School Year (ESY) Programs and Services, October 23, 2018
The purpose of this bulletin is to assist IEP teams in engaging in a meaningful, data driven discussion to determine when Extended School Year (ESY) services are necessary for the provision of a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) for students with disabilities.
BUL-048496.0: Annual Alternate Assessment of the English Language Proficiency Levels of Students with Disabilities on the Alternate Curriculum, April 9, 2018
It is District policy that the guidelines and procedures outlined in this Bulletin be followed when students on the alternate curriculum are identified by IEP teams as needing an alternate English language proficiency assessment in lieu of participation in all or part of the English Language Proficiency Assessments for California (ELPAC).
BUL-5901.4: Determining the Appropriate Educational Placement for Students with Disabilities in the Least Restrictive Environment, May 15, 2017
The purpose of this Bulletin is to articulate the Los Angeles Unified School District’s policy regarding the required procedures for determining the educational placement of students with disabilities in the least restrictive environment (LRE).
BUL-5630.3: Timeline for Completion of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), October 6, 2014
The purpose of this Bulletin is to remind school site administrators, teachers, and related services providers of the required timelines for completing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).
BUL-5757.3: Nonpublic School (NPS) Placement Policies and Procedures for IEP Teams, June 4, 2013
The purpose of this Bulletin is to inform Individualized Education Program (IEP) teams of the policies and procedures that must be followed in order to refer a student with disabilities whose least restrictive environment (LRE) placement is determined by the IEP team to be a nonpublic school (NPS) setting. This Bulletin also includes information regarding procedures for student placement in a District-contracted NPS that is affiliated with a residential treatment center (NPS/RTC).
BUL-5003.3: Transportation Guidelines for Individualized Education Program (IEP) Teams, January 25, 2010
Pursuant to California Education Code (EC) 41851.2 it is the District’s responsibility to develop special education transportation guidelines for use by IEP teams that clarify when special education services are required.
BUL-1686.0: Roles, Responsibilities & Authority of IEP Teams, April 12, 2005
The purpose of this policy bulletin is to (1) clarify the roles, responsibilities and authority of IEP teams in regards to provision of non-public agency services and placements, (2) clarify the role of non-public agency providers at IEP meetings, and (3) clarify the role and authority of school site administrators in the development of IEPs and reiterate the basic principle that no single individual can control IEP team decisions.
REF-6790.1: Distribution of Revised Guide: A Parent’s Guide to Special Education Services (Including Procedural Rights and Safeguards), September 2018
The purpose of this Reference Guide is to (a) notify schools of the revision of A Parent’s Guide to Special Education Services (Including Procedural Rights and Safeguards), September 2018, (b) provide information on the delivery of the revised Guides to schools, and (c) provide instructions on how to obtain additional copies of the Guide, as needed.
REF-050495.0: Guidelines for the Reintegration and Exit of Students from Eligibility for Special Education Supports and Services, June 7, 2018
The purpose of this Reference Guide is to provide Individualized Education Program (IEP) school site teams with guidance on the procedures for the reintegration and exit of students from eligibility for special education supports and services.
REF-4133.1: Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) Presented for Parent Signature, September 25, 2017
The purpose of this Reference Guide is to update and clarify procedures for presenting an Individualized Education Program (IEP) to parent/student (18-21) at the conclusion of the IEP team meeting.
REF-6789.0: Distribution of Revised Booklet: The IEP and You, September 2016, November 14, 2016
The purpose of this Reference Guide is to (a) notify schools of the revision of the IEP and You booklet, (b) provide information on the delivery of the revised Booklet to schools, and (c) provide instructions on how to obtain additional copies of the Booklet, as needed.
REF-6349.2: Submitting Requests for Written Translation of Individualized Education (IEP) and Related Documents, September 19, 2016
The purpose of this Reference Guide is to inform school sites and District offices of the process to follow to submit a request for a written translation of an Individualized Education Program (IEP) document and/or related documents. Information regarding the translation of Section 504 Plans is also provided.
REF-6125.1: “The ITP and You”, Booklet and Information Guide, August 15, 2016
The purpose of this Reference Guide is to provide secondary administrators and instructional staff information and instructions for ordering and distributing the updated “The ITP and You” booklet and informational guide.
REF-6672.0: New Individualized Education Program (IEP) Team Meeting Requirements – Spring 2016, April 4, 2016
The purpose of this Reference Guide is to notify IEP Teams of new requirements mandated in a corrective action by the Modified Consent Decree Office of the Independent Monitor.
REF-6047.1: Matriculation of Students with Disabilities into the Catchment Area of a Zone of Choice, February 22, 2016
The purpose of this Reference Guide is to provide schools with information on the matriculation guidelines to follow when a student with disabilities resides within the attendance area of a Zone of Choice.
REF-4568.1: Service Completion Criteria for Speech Language Impairment (SLI) Eligibility and Language and Speech (LAS) Services, August 24, 2015
The purpose of this Reference Guide is to assist IEP teams in following the California Education Code requirements when considering the status of service completion (dismissal) for students who have been identified as having a primary eligibility of Speech Language Impairment (SLI) or who have received Language and Speech (LAS) services as a support to a primary eligibility for special education. This reference guide will assist school site IEP teams and other personnel to appropriately meet the communication needs of students in the least restrictive environment.
REF-5972.1: Matriculation Procedural Guidelines for Students with Disabilities Residing Within the Catchment Area of a Conversion Independent Charter School or Public School of Choice Charter School, July 27, 2015
The purpose of this Reference Guide is to provide information to schools about the matriculation procedural guidelines to follow when a student with disabilities resides within the attendance area of a conversion independent charter school or Public School of Choice charter school.
REF-2683.1: Clarification of School Site Administrator Responsibilities at an Individualized Education Program (IEP) Meeting When a Student Receives Only One Related Service, January 26, 2015
The purpose of this Reference Guide is to provide updated clarification of the responsibilities of school site administrators at individualized education program (IEP) meetings when a student receives only one related service.
REF-6275.0: Guidelines for Individualized Educational Program (IEP) Teams When Considering a Recommendation to Instruct a Student Using an Alternate Curriculum, April 7, 2014
The purpose of this reference guide is to provide guidance to IEP teams when considering a recommendation to instruct a student with a disability using an alternate curriculum.
REF-6182.0: Clarified Procedures for Addressing Parental/Student (18-21) Consent or Non-Consent to the Individualized Education Program (IEP), October 28, 2013
The purpose of this Reference Guide is to provide schools and IEP teams with clarified procedures for addressing parental/student (18-21) consent or non-consent to the Individualized Education Program (IEP).
The purpose of this Bulletin is to inform school site staff working with students with disabilities of the requirements for those students who want to apply for and participate in independent study programs.
REF-4949.0: IEP Team Guidelines for Determining Appropriate LAS (Language and Speech) Services, December 7, 2009
The purpose of this Reference Guide is to provide school site Individualized Education Program (IEP) teams with guidelines for determining appropriate speech and language services.
REF-4922.0: IEP Team Guidelines for Determining Appropriate Related Services, October 26, 2009
The purpose of this Reference Guide is to provide school site Individualized Education Program (IEP) Teams with guidelines for determining appropriate related services.
REF-1233.0: English/Spanish Glossary of Special Education Terms, January 26, 2005
The purpose of this Reference Guide is to provide schools with a copy of the District’s “English/Spanish Glossary of LAUSD Terminology” which includes special education terms and phrases for schools to use in oral or written translation for Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings, IEP documents and other communication with parents where translation from English to Spanish is necessary. In addition, a web address is provided so that this valuable glossary can be downloaded at no cost from the internet.
IEP Preparation and Process 2018-2019 powepoint presentation
Writing the Present Levels of Performance for Students on the General Education Curriculum (Uploaded 10.10.18)
Publications from Other Divisions and Offices
