Unlocking Educational Benefit: Key Component 5: Supports & Services

Type:
  Video
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 final video in the series explains how IEP teams translate goals into actionable supports and services that empower students with disabilities to thrive. Learn the difference between accommodations and modifications, how related services (like speech or OT) are delivered, and how placement decisions prioritize the least restrictive environment. The video also covers how teams support transitions, extracurricular access, emergency planning, and extended school year services. With the right supports, each IEP becomes a meaningful, personalized roadmap to success.

TPE Alignment:

  • TPE 5.8 - Use assessment data, including information from students' IEP, IFSP, ITP, and 504 plans, to establish learning goals and to plan, differentiate, make accommodations and/or modify instruction.
  • 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 > During the IEP > Key Components of the IEP Process > Key Component 5: Supports and Services

  Keywords: Accommodations, Collaboration, Disability, Educational Benefit, ESY, Extended School Year, Goals, IEP, IEP Compliance, Individualized Education Program, Modifications, Services, Special Education, Statewide Assessment, Student Outcomes, Student-Centered, TPE 5.8, TPE 6.4

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