Psychoeducational IEE

Psychoeducational Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE)

Comprehensive, unbiased assessment of cognition, academics, social-emotional/behavior, and executive functions by Donald Ghrist, LEP and Comprehensive Assessment Services (CAS). Actionable findings your IEP team can use.

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Scope of a Psychoeducational IEE

Cognition

Reasoning, processing speed, working memory
Verbal/visual-spatial learning profiles
Executive functions

Academic Skills

Reading (decoding, fluency, comprehension)
Written expression & spelling
Mathematics (calculation & problem solving)

Social-Emotional & Behavior

Behavioral observations across settings
Rating scales & interviews
Functional needs & supports

Records & Stakeholder Input

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Prior evaluations, IEPs/504s, progress monitoring, health/attendance

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Parent & student interviews; teacher and aide input

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Work samples and curriculum alignment

Multi-Setting Observations

Classroom, small-group, testing, and unstructured times. We document academic engagement, functional behavior, and environmental factors that help or hinder access to learning.

Measures & Selection

We select measures based on referral questions and student profile—avoiding a one-size-fits-all battery. The goal is a fair, comprehensive picture that supports eligibility and service decisions.

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Standardized tests with appropriate norms and accommodations

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Informal probes, curriculum-based samples, rating scales

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Convergence of data (tests + observations + interviews + records)

Interpreting Results

Strengths & needs summarized in plain language
Patterns of strengths/weaknesses and functional impact
Eligibility analysis aligned to IDEA & CA Education Code

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Services

Specialized academic instruction, related services
Therapy minutes and frequency
Progress monitoring plans

Accommodations

Instructional access (read-alouds, chunking, visuals)
Assessment supports (extended time, separate setting)
Assistive technology considerations

Goals & Placement

Measurable, curriculum-relevant goals
Least restrictive environment analysis
Coordination with MTSS/behavior supports

Timeline

Most psychoeducational IEEs are completed within ~30 days of starting, depending on scheduling and records access. The district schedules the IEP meeting after report delivery.

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FAQ

Psychoeducational IEE — Frequently Asked Questions

What does a psychoeducational IEE include?

Records review, stakeholder interviews, observations across settings, tailored testing, and a clear report with eligibility and service recommendations.

Will classroom behavior be observed?

Yes. We observe in multiple settings to understand academic engagement and functional behavior in real contexts.

Do you test executive functions?

Executive functions are evaluated through standardized tasks, observations, and rating scales, interpreted together.

Who pays for the IEE?

If parents disagree with a district evaluation and request an IEE, the district must fund it or file for due process to defend its evaluation.

How do we begin?

Submit the IEE Intake Form or contact CAS to confirm scope and timelines.