10-Point IEP Specificity Checklist for Stronger, Defensible IEPs

Are you tired of vague IEPs that leave too much open to interpretation? This 10-Point IEP Specificity Checklist gives you a clear, structured way to review IEPs for compliance, clarity, and true student-centered support.

Designed by a former school-based SLP turned advocate, this tool walks you through the most critical elements of a strong, legally defensible IEP—so you can quickly identify gaps, strengthen documentation, and advocate with confidence.

What This Resource Helps You Do:

• Evaluate IEPs for specificity, consistency, and completeness

• Identify red flags in present levels, goals, accommodations, and services

• Prepare for IEP meetings by going through each section of the IEP ahead of time

• Ensure alignment between needs, goals, and service minutes

• Strengthen IEPs to better support access to FAPE