Navigating I.E.Ps For Families Overview:

A child who has difficulty learning and functioning and has been identified as a special needs student is the perfect candidate for an Individual Education Plan (I.E.P). According to the Ministry of Education and Training, the I.E.P "is a working document which describes the strengths and needs of an individual exceptional pupil, the special education program and services established to meet that pupil's needs, and how the program and services will be delivered. It also describes the student’s progress.” This is a fluid living document that is to be reviewed every term but also each time there is new professional information to be added (an example of this would be an updated diagnosis from a doctor). The I.E.P Team at school must pay special attention to the parents' concerns regarding their child. Parents are the experts of their children and have a record of what they believe their child needs. It is important to have your requests documented in an email or written letter as evidence that you have tried to collaborate with the school team to ensure the best practice is happening concerning your child.

We at Quest4Change will assist you in navigating the I.E.P world, from the language used to services that are to be included in your child’s I.E.P, and then advocating with you at parent consultation meetings with the school.

Service Outcomes:

  • We will ensure that your voice and needs are heard.

  • Co-facilitate the I.E.P meeting with the school.

  • Ensure that the school has all professional documentation required for the I.E.P.

  • Help families navigate the language of the I.E.P.

  • Point out areas of the I.E.P that need to be changed or expanded.

  • Advocate that those tools listed in the I.E.P that the child should have access to are being used.

Service Requirements:

  • Complete our intake package with our team. For more details, contact info@quest4change.ca

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Frequently Asked Questions:

  • No, Quest4Change is unable to create I.E.Ps for any child but can help guide you in the process. An I.E.P is to be done by the school in collaboration with the child’s parents. Parents are to be seen as their child’s expert.

    However, when developing an I.E.P it is always best to have other experts involved;
    - Student (if older than 16)
    - School staff
    - Previous teachers (or schools if transferring)
    - Community agencies and other relevant professionals involved in the child’s life (example: doctors, child therapists, etc.)

  • Quest4Change has a cancelation policy, please click here for policies.

    24-hour notice is required with respect to our staff members and other clients on a waiting list. We understand that emergencies happen as well as “life”.

    *Some cancellations within the 24-hour time prior to a meeting might meet the definition of “no charge for canceling”. Each cancellation will be looked at separately.

    **Our standard cancellation fee is $50.00 for notice provided within 0-24 hours prior to appointment.

  • At Quest4Change we are here to help you through this process. Our founder is a specialist when it comes to advocating for a child’s needs to be looked after in their I.E.P. Together we can go through any information you already have from other professionals in your child’s life and help determine what may be beneficial to include in an I.E.P.

  • Any legal parent or guardian can seek services from our agency.

  • At Quest4Change we have more than 20+ years of experience in helping children, youth, and families of our communities.

  • No, your child’s I.E.P is classified as a “fluid living document” that is to be updated as regularly as the student needs. The school will do a yearly update but then further updates can be called at any time of your child’s education.

    Example:
    A child’s I.E.P is completed in September, but then in November is when another diagnosis is presented in a written format by the professional who completed it to your family. This diagnosis is relevant to the services your child requires at school. You should immediately call for an update to the I.E.P so that this new diagnosis is properly reflected in your child’s I.E.P.