IDEA/IEP guarantees what to eligible students?

• A. Special education and related services
• B. Health care services only
• C. Free lunch
• D. Transportation only

Answer: (A)

The essential guarantee is that students who are eligible under IDEA receive special education and related services to support their education, documented in an Individualized Education Program (IEP). This plan ensures a free appropriate public education in the least restrictive environment, tailored to the child’s unique needs.

The related services can include speech-language therapy, occupational and physical therapy, counseling, and other supports necessary for the child to benefit from instruction. Transportation is included as a related service only if it is necessary for the child to access the special education program; it is not the sole or primary guarantee. Health care services and free lunch are not guaranteed by IDEA as the core protection; those are provided through separate programs.