The Intentional IEP Podcast

E20. What Legally Has to Be in Every IEP


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If you’ve ever wondered what absolutely must be in every IEP you write — whether it’s your first or your 400th — this episode is for you. Stephanie breaks down the 8 legally required components of an IEP under IDEA, plus a few bonus considerations that often get overlooked but are just as important.

Here’s what you’ll hear in this episode:

  • Why present levels set the stage for everything else
  • How to write measurable annual goals that keep you compliant and meaningful
  • What IDEA says about progress monitoring and parent communication
  • The services, supports, and accommodations section — and why it must tie back to data
  • What to include in your LRE statement and why it’s one of the most litigated areas of an IEP
  • The logistics that make your plan actionable: start dates, frequency, location, and duration
  • Transition planning requirements (and why waiting until age 16 is often too late)
  • Placement decisions and the importance of considering general education first
  • Plus: extra legal requirements for students with specific needs

By the end of this episode, you’ll know exactly what belongs in every IEP — no fluff, no “my district likes it this way,” just the federally required pieces that keep your paperwork compliant and your students supported.

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https://www.theintentionaliep.com/the-intentional-iep-book/

https://www.theintentionaliep.com/

https://www.facebook.com/theintentionaliep

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