Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) Parental Roles and Responsibilities: Attending IEP Meetings

Parents are required to attend all meetings. If they are unable to attend:

Notify the school as soon as possible.

Provide a reason for the absence.

Suggest alternative dates and times for the meeting.

• Consider alternate options for participation, such as phone calls.

• Maintain a record of all correspondence with the school.

• It is crucial to demonstrate cooperation with the school in scheduling meetings at a mutually agreed upon time and place