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parent rights + talking points cheat sheet
For IEP Meetings, Emails, and Any School Communication
YOUR LEGAL RIGHTS UNDER IDEA (Quick + Clear)
1. The Right to Request Evaluations (At Any Time)
You can request an initial evaluation or re-evaluation at any point in the school year.
The school must respond in writing and follow timelines.
Say this:
“Under IDEA, I am formally requesting a comprehensive evaluation. Please provide Prior Written Notice documenting acceptance or refusal.”
2. The Right to Prior Written Notice (PWN)
Schools must give you written notice before they refuse or agree to anything related to identification, placement, or services.
Say this:
“I am requesting a detailed Prior Written Notice explaining the school’s decision, data used, options considered, and reasons for acceptance or refusal.”
3. The Right to Receive Data
You must receive all data: progress monitoring, behavior logs, assessments, discipline records, service minutes, etc.
Say this:
“Please provide all progress data, service logs, and classroom data used to make decisions about my child.”
4. The Right to an Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)
If you disagree with the school’s evaluation, you may request an IEE at the school’s expense.
Say this:
“I disagree with the school’s evaluation and am requesting an Independent Educational Evaluation at public expense.”
5. The Right to Call an IEP Meeting Anytime
You do NOT have to wait for the annual review.
Say this:
“I am requesting an IEP meeting within 10 school days to address my concerns and adjust supports.”
6. The Right to Meaningful Participation
You are an equal member of the IEP team. Your input is required, not optional.
Say this:
“I would like my parent concerns added verbatim to the IEP as part of the Present Levels section.”
7. The Right to Appropriate Services (FAPE)
Your child is entitled to services based on need, not funding, convenience, or availability.
Say this:
“My child’s needs drive the services. Please explain how this decision aligns with providing FAPE.”
8. The Right to Ask for Everything in Writing
If they say something verbally, you can ask them to put it in writing.
Say this:
“Can you put what you just stated in writing for my records?”
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