Which items are typically included in the Identifying Information section of an IEP?

• A. Student information, eligibility, and the IEP team
• B. Current grades and attendance records
• C. Course schedule and cafeteria menu
• D. Disciplinary history and behavior data

Answer: (A)

Identifying Information on an IEP is about establishing who the student is and who is responsible for the plan. This section typically includes basic student details (name, date of birth, grade, school), the student’s eligibility for special education services, and the IEP team members who participated in the process. Having these items in one place helps ensure that anyone reviewing the document knows exactly who the plan is for, what category of disability (if any) has been identified, and who contributed to the decisions.

The option that lists student information, eligibility, and the IEP team aligns with that purpose, because it captures the core identifiers and the decision-making group that governs the plan. Other items, such as current grades and attendance, belong to sections describing the student’s present levels of performance, while course schedules or cafeteria menus are not central to identifying the student or the planning team. Disciplinary history and behavior data would appear in sections focused on behavior supports or disciplinary documents, rather than identifying who the student is and who the IEP team is.