The acclaimed book for parents whose children have special education needs.

Your special needs child needs a special education, and as a parent, you face a number of obstacles as you work with your school district to develop an Individual Education Plan (IEP): Lots of steps, complicated paperwork and intimidating procedures may seem like too much to take on......but you can do it, and The Complete IEP Guide can help.

The Complete IEP Guide offers vital information, useful strategies and -- most importantly -- encouragement as you secure your child's education, step by step. It includes everything you need to:

understand your child's rights

untangle eligibility rules and assessments

collect all school records

draft goals and objectives

pinpoint specific problems

develop a blueprint of program and services

research school programs and alternative

prepare for IEP meetings

resolve disputes with your school district

The 6th edition is completely updated to reflect the latest -- and major -- changes to federal regulations concerning your special education student. Plus, you'll get the latest facts on judicial rulings regarding IEPs.

Whether you're new to the IEP process or entering it once again, this user-friendly guide is your outline for an effective educational experience for your child