Questions to Ask Before You Agree to an IEP

Caregivers may feel pressure to agree to an IEP before they fully understand what changed, what services are included, or what the team is committing to do next.

Asking for clarification is not the same as being difficult. Clear questions can help the team slow down, explain the plan, and make sure the caregiver understands what is written in the document.

This guide gives caregivers practical questions they can use before agreeing to an IEP, especially when service changes, goals, accommodations, or team recommendations are unclear.