Prepare for a California IEP meeting
Use this page before a meeting to organize what you are asking for and what the district is offering.
Checklist
- Write your top concerns in plain language before the meeting.
- Bring evaluations, progress reports, work samples, emails, and outside provider notes.
- Ask how each goal will be measured and which service supports it.
- If the school refuses a request, ask for the reason in writing.
- Use the tool to turn your concerns into meeting questions and follow-up email.
Official sources to check
- California Department of Education parent rights
- California Office of Administrative Hearings special education
Fresh Sky AI helps you organize, draft, and prepare. Official agencies, courts, schools, funders, or qualified professionals remain the source of truth.
Common questions
Can this review my child's IEP?
It can flag questions and plain-language concerns. It is not a lawyer or advocate.
What should I ask for at the meeting?
Ask for measurable goals, services tied to needs, progress reporting, and written explanations for refusals.