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Special Ed Acronyms

Have you ever read an IEP document and come across an acronym you didn’t know? Here is a handy quick reference document of common Special Education acronyms.

If you are looking for information on an acronym that is not on this list, please contact the student’s Case Manager.

ADHD – Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder
ASL – American Sign Language
AT – Assistive Technology
BIP – Behavior Intervention Plan
CAASPP – California Assessment of Student Performance and Progress

ESL – English as a Second Language
FAPE – Free and Appropriate Public Education
FBA – Functional Behavior Assessment
IDEA – Individuals with Disabilities Education Act
IEP – Individualized Education Program

LEA – Local Education Agency
LRE – Least Restrictive Environment
NPA – Non-Public Agency
O&M – Orientation and Mobility
OT – Occupational Therapy

PWN – Prior Written Notice
RTI – Response to Intervention
SAI – Specialized Academic Instruction
SELPA – Special Education Local Plan Area

SPED acronyms