This tool is designed to give students the language, structure, and confidence to reflect on their learning, communicate their needs, and take ownership of their IEPs. Tailored specifically for use after psychoeducational testing, it helps students process what the evaluation was about, how they learn, and what will help them succeed in school and beyond.
 
Many high schoolers still aren’t sure why they’ve worked with the school psychologist, or they’ve been through testing multiple times without ever being part of the conversation. This tool provides a clear, student-centered way to wrap up the evaluation and lay the groundwork for transition planning and more empowered IEP participation.
The result? Stronger IEPs, better student-adult collaboration, and a foundation for lifelong self-advocacy.
 
What’s Inside:
A printable student workbook (PDF)
A fillable student workbook (type directly into PDF)
A facilitation guide with scaffolding tips, example prompts, and common questions
 
The workbook includes six sections that support deep reflection and self-advocacy:
My Strengths – Students explore strengths across academic, thinking, learning, communication, planning, creative, social, and character domains
What Feels Challenging for Me? – A space for students to name barriers and learning needs in their own words
What Helps Me Do My Best? – Identifies specific supports, strategies, and learning conditions that lead to success
How Can I Speak Up for What Helps Me? – Students reflect on how they advocate and what feels comfortable
My Strength-Based Self-Advocacy Plan – A space to organize insights into a usable reference for meetings or planning
My IEP Goals (What I Want to Work On) – A goal-setting section that aligns with transition needs and postsecondary readiness
 
Who It’s For:
School psychologists
Diagnosticians
Special education teachers
Student support teams/IEP teams
School counselors
Related service providers
 
Best Times to Use:
After completing psychoeducational testing
Before IEP meetings
During counseling or check-ins
To support transition planning
To support student-led IEPs
As a reflection tool during annual IEP reviews
 
Why It Matters:
Encourages student voice and ownership in the special education process
Helps high schoolers connect their learning experiences to IEP goals and supports
Provides a structured way to reflect after testing
Strengthens transition planning and postsecondary readiness
Promotes dignity, confidence, and self-awareness in high school students with disabilities
 
One-time purchase. Unlimited use.
Once you download the tool, it’s yours to use again and again with the students you support.