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HPS to host Q&A session on new IEP program

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Tonight, the Hopkinton Special Education Parent Advisory Council is hosting a virtual Q&A session all about the state’s new Individualized Education Plan (IEP).

Led by Hopkinton Public Schools Director of Student Services Abby Hanscom, the virtual session allows parents and caretakers the opportunity to ask questions and provide feedback about the program.

A major change of the IEP program is a new form that promotes more student input relating to their educational goals, according to reporting by WBUR. Massachusetts schools were required to adopt this new form by fall 2024.

The school district hopes to hear from parents and caretakers about how the new IEP has impacted their students’ learning. The feedback will help educators “improve and ensure your student’s educational needs are fully met.”

The Q&A session begins at 7 p.m. tonight. Those interested in attending can access the event via Google Meet.

Latest News

Hopkinton High School boys basketball coach Tom Keane previewed the team’s goals for the new year now that its star players are returning from injuries.

This week’s Real Estate Transactions list shows two homes sold, including one for over $2 million.

The latest Senior Snippets features information on the Senior Center’s winter policy, a program on planning for Medicare and a tax information session with members of the Hopkinton Assessor’s Office.

Carol Walsh, 89, passed away on Jan. 10. She lived in Hopkinton most of her life.

Nicholas Vento, 61, passed away on Jan. 11. He moved during his formative years to Hopkinton, where he graduated from high school in 1981.

Town meetings tonight include the Parks & Recreation Commission (5:30).

Photo of the Day

Two people set up for ice fishing on the reservoir at Hopkinton State Park.

PHOTO/AMIT JAGDALE