General Education Teacher Quick Reference Guide

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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:
Child and Caregivers Disabilities Special Education
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Overview

This quick-read chart makes it easy to understand the difference between two important education plans: the IFSP (for infants and toddlers) and the IEP (for preschoolers and up). With clear side-by-side comparisons, it explains who each plan is for, how they’re developed, and what services they provide—helping families and professionals navigate the transition between early intervention and school-based support.

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 > During the IEP

  Keywords: ADR, Alternative Dispute Resolution, Collaboration, Disability, Goals, Guide, IEP, IEP Compliance, IEP Dispute, Individualized Education Program, Self-Awareness, Special Education, Student Outcomes, Student-Centered, TPE 1.2, TPE 6.4

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