Substitute Teacher Education & Development Institute (STEDI) Practice Test

Present levels of performance describe where the student is academically and functionally right now. This baseline includes strengths, areas needing growth, and how the disability affects involvement and progress in the general education setting. Having a clear statement of current abilities and needs lets educators and families anchor the IEP in reality, guiding the development of measurable annual goals, the specific services and supports the student will receive, and the accommodations or modifications needed to access the curriculum. It also provides the basis for monitoring progress over time and adjusting instruction as needed. The other items listed—school-wide policies like lunch, bus schedules, or playground rules—are not individualized education program content; they pertain to general school operations and logistics rather than directing a student’s tailored educational plan.