Reviewed by Dr. Elizabeth Long, Ph.D. — Director of Special Education, 32 years in public schools.
Meeting an IEP goal does not necessarily mean the underlying need has disappeared.
Ask whether the student is able to generalize the skill, maintain it over time, and use it independently across settings. The team can consider whether another goal or different support is appropriate based on current needs.
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.
Same Team