Understanding the IEP: Building a Strong Foundation

The California Department of Education, Special Education Division, in partnership with the Seeds of Partnership project, invite you to join this engaging webinar series. Whether you’re a parent seeking to learn more about special education, related supports, and how to deepen your partnership with educators, or an educator looking for strategies to engage and support families, this webinar series offers a unique opportunity for collective learning. Each session will include a variety of topics, such as strategies for effective communication, ways to strengthen family-school relationships, insight into systems, programs, supports, best practices and approaches. Who should attend? Parents, educators, administrators, leaders, and parent center staff – all of whom support students with disabilities. Session Description: Whether you are new to the individualized education program (IEP) process or looking to strengthen your understanding, this session will help you build a strong foundation. Participants will learn the purpose of the IEP, explore the key components of a high-quality IEP, and better understand how plans are created and put into action. Participants will leave with helpful resources and practical next steps to support the educational journey. Presented in partnership with High Quality IEPs.