Present Levels of Performance in an IEP describe what?

• A. A summary of the student's future goals.
• B. A set of district-wide grade expectations.
• C. A statement of the student's current academic achievement and functional performance.
• D. The teacher's evaluation of parental involvement.

Answer: (C)

The key idea is that present levels of performance provide a data-based snapshot of where the student currently stands, academically and in functional areas, so that goals and supports can be built on real evidence. This statement describes the student’s current academic achievement and functional performance, including strengths and areas needing support, with baseline data and information gathered from assessments, work samples, progress monitoring, and input from teachers, parents, and the student when appropriate. This snapshot is used to determine needed services, accommodations, and how the IEP will promote progress toward annual goals. It isn’t about future goals, district-wide grade expectations, or a teacher’s view of parental involvement.