This resource guides families and educators through the full special education process, beginning with identifying a child who may need services, conducting a comprehensive evaluation, and determining eligibility. It then covers developing an individualized education program (IEP), holding an IEP meeting, delivering services, monitoring progress, reviewing the IEP annually, reevaluating the child periodically, and understanding procedural safeguards and dispute resolution options—all designed to ensure students receive the support they need to succeed in school.