Parts of the IEP MEETING CLOSURE
1. Review & Approve Minutes
a. Debrief key components of MEETINg: Achievements, New Goals, Modifications...
B. Ask if there are any questions
c. Clarifications if needed
d. Confirm that all participants Approve
e. Eye contact with student, parent & other members
f. Refreshments were provided
2. Signatures
a. Explain what the signature implies
B. Provide pens For all Participants
C. Provide IEP copies for all participants
3. Closing Questions or Comments
A. Ask participants if they have any questions, especially student and family members
B. Thank all participants for their attendance and contribution
c. Identify what went well at this meeting & thank those responsible
D. End on a positive note
4. Recommendations for Future Meetings
A. Make recommendations for next meeting based on today's meeting
Best Practices for IEP MEETING CLOSURE
5. Review purpose of meeting.
9. An atmosphere of mutual respect exists
10. Participants share and contribute to a common purpose
12. Minimize educational jargon during the meetings to enhance parents’ understanding. Try to refrain from using acronyms!
13. Be aware of your own nonverbal communication as you interact with parents (facial expressions, gestures, posture, or body position).
14. Attempt to provide positive nonverbal messages that show parents your interest and encourages their participation.
15. Make eye contact, face parents as they speak, and keep hands and arms open rather than crossed.
16. Check for parents’ understanding of key points made.
17. Watch parents’ body language for signs of confusion or disagreement.
18. Ask parents to let you know if they are confused or have questions.
19. Ask parents to make comments if they are quiet.- Ask for parents ideas directly, rather than simply telling them to feel free to contribute.
- Respect their opinions and perspectives as their own, even if they differ from yours. o Use validating statements such as “That is an interesting idea/observation” or “You really know your child well!”
21. The outcome of the meeting is restated at the end for clarity and any necessary correction
23. An “open door” exists for airing and sharing between meetings
24. Closing remarks – Provide a “debrief”
- Does anyone have something he/she would like to say before we close for today?
- How do we feel about today’s meeting – anything we should do differently next time?
25. The meeting ends on a positive note, and participants are thanked for their time and contributions
WHICH BEST PRACTICES ARE MODELED IN VIDEO?
VIDEO CREDITS
Special Education Teacher: Melissa
General Ed Teacher (History): Jon
Traci: video editor
Lindsey: Alex's mom
Carina: Alex
David: Psychologist
Jackie: Admin
Special Education Teacher: Melissa
General Ed Teacher (History): Jon
Traci: video editor
Lindsey: Alex's mom
Carina: Alex
David: Psychologist
Jackie: Admin