Episode 81: How to Write Better PLAAFP Statements for Your IEPs

I'm just going to say it...If you are writing "No concerns" as the only 2 words in a statement on a Present Level of Performance section, it's time to step up your game.

The PLAAFP (Present Levels of Academic and Functional Performance) is the starting point for the whole IEP and it holds the GOLD! These statements hold so much valuable information because it’s where the special educator can try their best to sum up a living, breathing child into a few short pages.

And that’s not an easy feat. Or at least it shouldn't be!

We have to do a better job of completing these sections. If an outsider were to read your IEP, would they get a good picture of your student just by reading the PLAAFP?

Today's episode explains the ins and outs of writing great PLAAFP statements and includes examples of what to say when there really isn't much to say. Using "no concerns" just doesn't cut it.

Listen in to learn about:

• What should be included in each section
• What shouldn't be included
• Where to gather the information from
• Who to get input from

And

• Listen to the end to hear my most important piece of advice when it comes to writing your PLAAFPs

Mentioned in the show:

10-Step Guide to Begin Creating a TEAM Culture With Your Staff

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