The Intentional IEP: A Team Approach to Better Outcomes for Students and Their Families

by Stephanie DeLussey

Learn how to put together IEPs with the power to make a real difference for students The Intentional IEP shows special education teachers how to successfully collaborate with all stakeholders―parents or guardians, general ed teachers, therapists, and beyond―to work toward students’ success. Too many of us aren’t trained to write the Individualized Education Programs that help millions of students with thrive in school. This book fills that training gap, explaining the importance of assembling an IEP team and inviting this team to confront and improve its current processes and habits to make IEP writing simpler and more effective. With all the pressures that educators are under, it’s easy to cut corners when it comes time towrite IEPs. Writing them in isolation, leaving them to the night before, making decisions without consulting data and research, letting family collaboration fall to the wayside―most special educators have made these mistakes at some point. The Intentional IEP equips you with the resources you need to feel confident in approaching IEPs the right way, including prioritizing the many competing demands you face so you can find the capacity to show up for your students. This book The Intentional IEP is a timely resource for special education teachers, general education teachers, and support staff, as well as teachertraining programs. Parents and guardians with students will also benefit from this clearly written guide to the IEP.

Genres: Education, Nonfiction

208 pages, Paperback

Published January 24, 2024

Reviews

[Chelsea · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a great book! I recommend this for anyone that works with students with IEPs or has a child with an IEP. A truly great guide on how to write and read IEPs better! Not very long, easy to read, I'm already thinking of my reread to take thorough notes throughout. A great guide and tool!

[Amy DeFusco · Rating 5 out of 5]

Such an honor and privilege to write this 5-star review for The Intentional IEP! This book is a 1 stop shop to increase the effectiveness of a students IEP, increase team collaboration, and empower students and their families with the resources and supports they need. Included are TONS of examples, 5 pages of templates in the appendix. Citations of the specific sections of Federal IDEA Law mandates and so much more. Bring new meaning to the word Inclusion, and ensure your being intentional about your planning, placements and supports. An amazing resource for any Special Educator, Specialized Service Provider OR Caregiver of a Child with Special Needs. Grab your copy today, and step up your game at the IEP table!

I have been following Stephanie DeLussey, aka Mrs. D's Corner on Instagram for nearly 10 years. I found her searching hashtags and discovered we both go by Mrs. D! Not only has she been a HUGE inspiration in my career as a Special Educator, she is constantly advocating for our profession, trying to make things streamlined, accessible and efficient. Grab your book, and find @TheIntentionalIEP on all Social Media platforms. You will thank yourself later.

[Jonathan Johnson · Rating 4 out of 5]

Good book
I’m learning about special education and how to best provide services for students that need this
This book helped out with a better understanding of the paperwork and meetings that go along with it
I would recommend the book to anyone new in the field or even experienced people who want some additional information

[Lindsey · Rating 4 out of 5]

Super informative and much needed. Anyone who has a child with an IEP needs to read this book!

[Cece · Rating 4 out of 5]

This book would be an excellent resource for new teachers.

[Addi Boykin · Rating 5 out of 5]

A great resource as a first year SPED teacher!

[Alison · Rating 5 out of 5]

Solid book on writing IEPs. I would have really liked this at the beginning of my career, but I still found it valuable several years in.

[London Bowers · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very informational and some personal stories.