Meeting Norms List

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https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BeJtvW3VREsQ-2OwNbiVPOIBvkGxWVKNNRMiF1q3tq8/template/preview
Authors:
Heather DiFede; Leo Mapagu; Jennifer Yales, Ed.D.; Noreen Rodriguez-Lippincott; and Hinda Nadif, Ed.D.
Developed by:
High Quality IEPs (HQ IEPs)
Relevant categories:
Disabilities Special Education
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Overview

This one-page handout offers a simple list of suggested meeting norms to support productive and respectful IEP meetings. Designed to be used or adapted by IEP teams, the list includes examples like listening actively, being on time, and assuming positive intent. Teams can use this list to set shared expectations at the beginning of each meeting.

TPE Alignment:

  • TPE 1.2 - Maintain ongoing communication with students and families, including the use of technology to communicate with and support students and families, and to communicate achievement expectations and student progress.
  • TPE 6.4 - Demonstrate how and when to involve other adults and to communicate effectively with peers and colleagues, families, and members of the larger school community to support teacher and student learning.

Navigating this Collection:

HQ IEPs > Before the IEP > Preparing Educators for the IEP

  Keywords: Academic, ADR, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Collaboration, Disability, Dispute Prevention, Educational Benefit, Functional, Goals, IEP, IEP Compliance, Individualized Education Program, Meeting Norms, Present Levels, Special Education, Student Outcomes, Student-Centered, TPE 1.2, TPE 6.4

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