The focus of this session is developing a present levels of academic achievement
and functional performance (PLAAFP) statement based on student data, drafting
measurable annual goals (academic and/or functional) and short-term
objectives/benchmarks, if appropriate, and collecting data for reporting
progress.
Participants will understand the importance of these components and how their
alignment results in an appropriate and ambitious individualized education
program for students receiving special education and related services.
The intended audience for this training is special education teachers, related
service providers, and any other professional staff responsible for drafting a
student’s IEP, including the PLAAFP and measurable annual goals.
TEKS Vertical Alignment will be reviewed and discussed for Reading, ELAR, and Social Studies for PLAAFP excerpts.