Which statement best describes the purpose of parent progress reports?

• A. To report attendance to administrators
• B. To update families on progress toward IEP goals; quarterly or per the IEP
• C. To publish school news to the community
• D. To summarize the year's budget

Answer: (B)

Parent progress reports are a communication tool that shares data on how a student is progressing toward their IEP goals. They’re usually issued quarterly or as specified in the IEP and describe progress toward each goal, what’s working, what isn’t, and any adjustments to goals or supports. This keeps families informed and involved in the IEP process, helping ensure accountability and collaborative planning. Attendance reports, school news, or budget summaries don’t convey progress toward a student’s IEP goals, so they aren’t the purpose of these reports.