Reviewed by Dr. Elizabeth Long, Ph.D. — Director of Special Education, 32 years in public schools.
Bring the data back to the team. Ask: "What does the data tell us about why my child is not making progress, and what should we change?"
The answer may involve changes to instruction, service intensity, methodology, accommodations, behavioral supports, goals, or additional assessment.
The free Progress Check uses the numbers from the IEP and the progress reports to show whether the gap is closing.
Open the Progress Check →Dr. Long's Assistant answers your specific questions in plain language — built from Dr. Long's expertise, plus state and federal law read at the source — never the open internet.
Get started →This is educational information, not legal advice. IDEA, Section 504, FERPA, and state rules may differ by situation.
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