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How do I prepare for my child's IEP meeting with AI?

Amanda Caswell used ChatGPT to understand her daughter's IEP, check whether the goals were measurable and prepare questions. She published the prompts she used.

Steps

  1. Ask the AI to explain the IEP in plain English, like you're seeing it for the first time.
  2. Paste a goal (without your child's name) and ask whether it's specific and measurable.
  3. Ask what your rights are in the meeting and what happens if you disagree.
  4. Have it build a list of questions to bring.
  5. Confirm anything legal with the school, your state's parent center or an advocate.

Prompts

Real prompt used by Amanda Caswell (Tom's Guide) · Source ↗

Can you explain an IEP to me like I’m a parent seeing this for the first time?

Real prompt used by Amanda Caswell (Tom's Guide) · Source ↗

Is my child’s IEP goal specific enough, or should it be rewritten?

Real prompt used by Amanda Caswell (Tom's Guide) · Source ↗

What are my rights as a parent during an IEP meeting?

Real prompt used by Amanda Caswell (Tom's Guide) · Source ↗

Can you help me prepare a list of questions for my child’s next IEP review?

Recommended tools

ChatGPT · Claude (opens in our AI Directory)

Watch out: Leave out your child's name and identifying details. AI isn't a substitute for an advocate or legal advice.

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