Instructions:  
1. Review Background Information for writing IEP Goals and Objectives:  
 Read the materials below on emotional regulation and its impact on learning.  
 Consider academic and behavioral standards for a student in high school, age 16.  
2. Read Alex’s Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP) to identify curriculum goals and social-emotional goals. Notice that the PLAAFP is strengths based. It is not a list of Alex’s sins. 
3. Because Alex is 16 years of age, he must have transition goals that help him step-by-step as he moves to life after high school.  
 Create a transition goal to support Alex in achieving greater independence, preparing for post-secondary education or vocational training, or developing the skills necessary for successful adult living.  
 Identify common errors found in IEP goals and objectives. 
Summary of what to submit: Based on the PLAAFP, submit the following using the headings shown: 
1. List Alex’s specific needs related to emotional regulation. 
2. Name 2 strategies and accommodations to support Alex.  
3. Using NJ Common Core Standards, write out 1 specific standard that aligns with one of Alex’s academic needs.  
4. Create a transition goal to support Alex  
5. Identify common errors found in IEP goals and objective 
More detailed instruction is attached.