Wrightslaw is a wonderful resource for anyone involved in special education. At the start of the school year, there is a lot to do.
1. Prepare for Meetings You should treat the IEP meeting as if it is the first step towards a due process hearing by preparing for the meeting and building a record. If you do this, you make it less likely that you will end up at a due process hearing. If you do end up at a hearing, you will be in a stronger position.