In what scenario would a child's IEP most likely need to be revised?

• A. The child demonstrated improvement in multiple areas
• B. The child has moved to a new school district
• C. The child is performing worse than before
• D. The child has reached the maximum allowable service hours

Answer: (C)

A child's Individualized Education Program (IEP) is designed to meet their specific educational needs and must be adjusted as those needs change over time. The most compelling scenario for needing a revision is when the child is performing worse than before. This situation may indicate that the current educational strategies or support services are not effective in addressing the child’s learning challenges.

If a child’s performance has declined, it could signal that the goals and objectives outlined in the IEP are not suitable or that the required accommodations and modifications are insufficient. Consequently, educators and IEP team members would need to come together to analyze the situation, consider updated assessments or evaluations, and set new goals that align more appropriately with the child's current needs. This process ensures that the child receives the most effective interventions tailored to their educational context.

On the other hand, circumstances such as a demonstrated improvement in multiple areas could suggest that the child is making progress, thus not necessarily warranting an IEP review. Moving to a new school district may require the IEP to be implemented or reviewed, but it doesn't automatically necessitate changes to the content of the IEP itself. Lastly, reaching the maximum allowable service hours may indicate a need for discussion about service delivery but does not inherently mean the IEP