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Lynn Public Schools outlines rollout of DESE's new IEP form, cites training and inclusion goals
Summary
District staff presented a DESE-mandated new Individualized Education Program (IEP) template, said Lynn Public Schools began implementation in September and plans to complete transition by June 2025; staff described training, inclusion goals and cited a recent increase in circuit-breaker reimbursements.
Lynn Public Schools officials explained the district's rollout of a new Individualized Education Program (IEP) template issued by the Massachusetts Department of Elementary and Secondary Education (DESE), saying the district implemented the form in September and plans to update all student IEPs by June 2025.
The presentation emphasized family and student voice, a focus on the least restrictive environment and integrated transition planning for older students. The district's presenter said the revised form replaces the older, longer "key evaluations" section with clearer, family-friendly present-level descriptions across academics, behavior, social-emotional and related services.
"The goal of the IEP project ... was to improve outcomes for all students with disabilities by providing guidance, technical assistance,…
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