Don’t forget that all services in the IEPs are in effect from the first day of the new 2011-2012 school year. Did you start your year by following these suggested practices?
– Sped Database—review each of your electronic records in the sped database.
– IEPs—Review each student’s IEP to familiarize yourself with each one’s educational program. Mark your planning calendar with IEP annual review dates and plan with your school psyche for all 3-year reevals.
– Related Services—Check the IEP Summary of Services to ensure that all services are being provided.
– General Education Teachers—Provide the general education teachers with the accommodations for each of the students in his/her classes. Discuss how any paraprofessional supports will be used.
– Be sure that all adults who have contact with students with Behavior Support Plans and Crisis Plans are aware of the plans and how to interact with students based on the plan.
– Contact each of your students’ parents to introduce yourself as the point of contact for their child.
Build and maintain trust between the parent & the school.