System of care.A community network that brings together public and private organizations such as
schools, health providers, churches and social agencies to create an individualized package of services
and supports that will be most effective in meeting a family’s needs.
Short-Term Objectives: (STOs) –a requirement of the IEP that breaks down the measurable annual goal into
smaller (more manageable or understandable) components. (Note: IDEA only requires STOs for children who take
alternate assessments aligned to alternate achievement standards.)