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Parents, teachers press PGCPS on special education services; district presents IEP process overview
Summary
Multiple parents and educators told the board they face barriers securing timely IEP meetings, services and staffing. The district presented an IEP process overview, compliance timelines and resources including a family support center.
Several parents and educators used the public comment portion of the Jan. 16 Prince George's County Board of Education meeting to press for faster, better implementation of individualized education programs (IEPs) and for more special education staff. The board then received an in‑depth district presentation explaining the IEP process, timelines, and points of contact.
Parent Theresa Smith described a history of adversarial IEP meetings in previous years and said recent changes in district practice made her feel “heard, understood, and like a true contributor.” Maya Angelou French Immersion PTSA representative Camila House told the board…
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