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Talk with administrators about the benefits, data, and possibilities of the SLIEP process for all students

  • Establish ‘buy-in’ to implement the student-led IEP process with a student, grade level, case load or special education department.
  • Explain the steps and benefits of the student-led IEP process.
  • Introduce the concept to all involved staff.
  • Gather materials.
  • Plan professional development to introduce, promote, explain the timeline, outline the structure, and answer questions.
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Build a Team

  • Contact the members of the IEP school team.
  • Schedule time for the staff to work with students as they prepare and practice.
  • Enable a method of feedback to gather successes and challenges from participating staff.
  • Update the administration to celebrate the successes of the students and the growing partnerships with families.
  • Plan for next year’s growth and continuation of the implementation of the SLIEP process.
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Complete the 'Today, Tomorrow, & Beyond: SLIEP Assessment of Practices' tool.

  • Focus on a component and element for improvement.
  • Build your action plan.
  • Implement the action plan.