Acronym Glossary

ATP – Adult Transition Program
CAC – Community Advisory Committee (local parent advisory group within SELPA)
DDS – Department of Developmental Services (California state agency)
IEP – Individualized Education Program (plan for students in special education)
IFSP – Individualized Family Service Plan (early intervention plan, ages 0–3)
IPP – Individual Program Plan (regional center plan for services)
RC – Regional Center (California nonprofit agencies under DDS)
SDP – Self-Determination Program (California’s person-centered funding model)
SELPA – Special Education Local Plan Area (regional education collaborations that oversee special education services)
SSI / SSDI – Supplemental Security Income / Social Security Disability Insurance