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  2. Massachusetts Guides
  3. What to Do if Your Child is on the Autism Spectrum
  4. Special education and IEPs

See our Special Ed and Transition Guides

To learn more about this process, see our Special Education Guide!

Whether you've already connected with Special Education or are starting from the beginning, this Guide will help you through the whole process.

We'll help you to:

  • Set up an evaluation

  • Learn about the IEP: Individualized Education Program

  • Prepare for the IEP meeting

  • Create an IEP for your child that addresses their unique needs and helps them to develop, learn and succeed

  • Solve disagreements with the school

If your child is in middle school or higher, see our Transition to Adulthood Guide to learn about the transition process and how to help your child prepare for adult life.