Records are critical in providing the full picture of a child's program.
It is especially important for families in the military. Since we will not necessarily stsy in one duty location for a student's full educational experience, the records will provide information about how our child learns, strategies the school has tried and the results, types of programs and supports that the child has received, what skills the child has obtained, and how the child's disability impacts on his or her learning. You may want to think of your records like pieces of a puzzle. When a piece is missing you don't get the full picture. You will want to hand carry, at a minimum, your latest IEP and evaluations, as well as any recommendations and supporting documentation.