20 U.S.C. 1414 (d) The term "individualized education program" or "IEP" means a written statement for each child with a disability is developed, reviewed, and revised in accordance with this section that includes:

(d) (1) (B) Individualized education program team. The term "individualized education program team" or "IEP Team" means a group of individuals composed of:

(i) the parents of a child with a disability;

(ii) at least one regular education teacher of such child (if the child is, or may be, participating in the regular education environment);

(iii) at least one special education teacher, or where appropriate, at least one special education provider of such child;

(iv) a representative of the local educational agency who

(I) is qualified to provide, or supervise the provision of, specially designed instruction to meet the unique needs of children with disabilities;

(II) is knowledgeable about the availability of resources of the local educational agency;

(III) is knowledgeable about the availability of resources of the local educational agency;

(v) an individual who can interpret the instructional implications of evaluation results, who may be a member of the team described in clauses (ii) through (vi);

(vi) at the discretion of the parent or the agency, other individuals who have knowledge or special expertise regarding the child, including related services personnel as appropriate; and

(vii) whenever appropriate, the child with a disability.

Sections 30D, 343 (c) (iii) and 300.346 (a) (1) and (b): Parents are considered equal partners with school personnel in making these decisions. The team must consider parents requests and provide written notice of team's refusal.

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