4 Keep all the papers from the school organized. Make a new folder for each school year. Use the folder to keep the IEP, school letters or notices, report cards, notes to the school or from the school, or any papers you sign. Parents should make copies of all letters or notes they send to the school or sign and return. Parents can also take notes when they visit the school or talk with school staff.
Parents can keep the notes in their personal file for later reference.
To be absolutely sure the right person gets the papers, send it by certified mail. IEP team participants can bring along other people who understand the child, the child's disability, or the problems. Often, these people can offer support and can take notes during meetings. State and federal laws do not address tape recording IEP team meetings. A school may require, prohibit or limit the use of a tape recorder.