Creating an IEP (Individualized Education Program) is the beginning of your school-aged child’s educational journey. With early intervention, including a well-written IEP, we can help kids with CVI access their world.
Are you asking the right questions? Assembling the right team? Pushing for the right provisions? We’re mindful that this is sometimes difficult. We understand your frustrations and concerns. While we cannot guarantee outcomes, we can give you a framework based on Perkins’ expertise as you advocate on your child’s behalf.
As one educational advocate told us,
“As I go through the process with parents, I always try to educate them about the different parts of the IEP. If there’s a way for parents to learn about each section and really have an understanding of the document, I think it would make the process a little bit less daunting.”
That’s why we wrote this guide.
We also invite professionals to learn from our CVI IEP series. Our goal for this series is a productive, solutions-oriented resource. The key is collaboration: We encourage parents and educational teams to work together so that each child can fulfill their potential. No two kids with CVI are alike—but every child with CVI is teachable.
An introduction to IDEA and the IEP and some initial steps to begin the IEP process
An overview of the purpose of the sections of an IEP document with CVI considerations
An educational consultant shares what to look for in your child’s draft IEP
Tips for a more productive and effective IEP meeting for your child with CVI
Q&A with Angela Gowans, an educational consultant who shares candid advice about how to navigate the assessment process
Find examples of CVI accommodations to support access to learning and the environment
Learn the essential ingredients for strong, data-based present levels of performance for your child with CVI
Discover what makes effective, actionable, and forward-thinking goals and objectives for your child with CVI
Learn about what’s involved in determining IEP services for your child with CVI, including vision services.
Learn about ESY services, determining placement, and what to ask before ESY begins for your child with CVI
The post-secondary transition can be daunting for CVI families. Here are some helpful tips for beginning the planning process.
Amanda Griffith-Atkins shares some advice for before, during, and after the IEP meeting.
Advice from two experts about what to do when you need to push back during the IEP process
An education advocate presents components of the IEP and advice on how to advocate for your child’s needs
Gunjan mom to Krish, 9“Parents hold the power! If you’re uncomfortable with an IEP, don’t [fully consent to it]. Your child has a legal right to services. Don’t feel pressured.”
Join the CVI Now parent community to connect with and learn from other CVI families — to ask your questions and get answers.
Let’s learn and support each other on this journey. Have questions? Reach out to the CVI Team today!