Individualized Education Program (IEP)

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Every child with a disability who attends public school and receives special education and related services must have an Individualized Education Program (IEP). An IEP is a document uniquely designed for one specific student, with the intention of improving educational results for that child. Each IEP must be created in compliance with the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and, in Colorado, the Exceptional Children’s Education Act (ECEA).

Parent Resources

Parent-specific information regarding the IEP process.

Procedural Safeguards Notice

This guide describes the Educational Rights of Parents and Due Process Procedures

Extended School Year (ESY)

This pamphlet defines and explains Extended School Year services for the parents of a child with disabilities.

ESY - What Families Need to Know pamphlet (PDF)

Additional Information

Scheduling Training about the IEP or Special Education Processes

Email Beth Nelson

Colorado Recommended Special Education Forms or the IEP and Data Management System (Enrich)

Email Heidi Derr or Email Melissa Chaffin

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