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It's critical to keep organized files and/or a notebook about your child's school experiences. Use this checklist as a way to organize your child's school paperwork for important meetings with teachers, counselors, specialists, or administrators.
Once completed, attach this document to the front of your folder or notebook, for quick scanning before meetings.
Hint: It can be helpful to keep records in chronological order.
Items to Keep on File
__ Report cards and progress reports __ Standardized test scores __ Evaluation results __ Medical records related to disability or ability to learn __ Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and other official services plans such as 504 plans __ Awards received by the child __ Notices of disciplinary actions __ Notes on your child's behavior or progress __ Letters or notes to/from the school or teacher, special educators, evaluators, administrators __ Notices of meetings scheduled __ Student handbook and policies __ Attendance records __ Calendar of meetings __ Samples of schoolwork __ Other: ________________________________
In your files or notebook, use a log to keep track of your communications with the school, including:
- Records of meetings and their outcomes
- Dates you sent or received important documents
- Dates you gave the school important information
- Dates of suspension or other disciplinary action
- Notes on telephone conversations (including dates, person with whom you spoke, and a short description of the conversation)
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More LD Resources
The National Center for Learning Disabilities provides a myriad of useful guides and checklists on their website, including "Visiting a School Worksheet: What to Ask, What to Look For," "IEP Meeting Planner," and an "LD Checklist of Signs and Symptoms."
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