What is an IEP?

• A. A legal plan outlining services/supports.
• B. A classroom seating chart.
• C. A school budget.
• D. A daily schedule.

Answer: (A)

An IEP is a legally binding plan that describes the special education services and supports a student with a disability will receive. It is created by an IEP team and includes the student’s present levels of performance, annual measurable goals, the specific instructional services and related supports, accommodations, and how progress toward those goals will be measured. It also outlines when, where, and how often services will be provided and how the student will participate in general education. This isn’t a seating chart, a budget, or a daily schedule—it's a formal document required by law to ensure the student gets a tailored education, with the plan reviewed at least annually and updated as needed.