IEP Essentials Pro Tips with Wendy Taylor

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The IEP process can be confusing and overwhelming for parents, teachers and students, alike. But it doesn’t have to be! Learning Essentials has teamed up with local experts to give you valuable insights into the IEP process—and it’s free! Executive Director Wendy Taylor hosts educators, psychologists, and other medical providers who provide pro tips on what to ask, what to bring, and what to take away from your next IEP meeting. This is a podcast series you will not want to miss!

Wendy Taylor, M.Ed


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    21: Creating an Intentional IEP with Stephanie DeLussey

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2022 45:10


    20: ADHD, Executive Functions, and the Language Connection with Michael McLeod, CCC-SLP

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 16, 2021 54:03


    19: All Things Speech-Language Pathology with Gabriele Nicolet, MA, CCC-SLP

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2021 47:47


    18: Behavior has a Purpose with Allison Edwards, LPC, RPT

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2021 56:12


    17: Empowerment through Vision with Dr. Nathan Bonilla-Warford, OD, FAAO, FCOVD, FIAOMC

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2021 57:12


    Vision Therapy is more than meets the eye. Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Dr. Nathan Bonilla-Warford as they dive into the individualized care of vision therapy, identify indicators for when it's needed, and discuss the benefits of treatment for those who are challenged visually! Brighteyestampa.com https://www.brighteyestampa.com/elearning/ - Guide originally for parents with kids who are e-learning, but good for all kids to reduce eyestrain from computers. https://www.covd.org/page/QOLStart  - Has a visual symptom survey,  information about many visual conditions, and how to locate a doctor who specializes in these near you. 

    16: College Insider Tips- Psst! It's not all academics! with Andrea Malkin Brenner, PhD

    Play Episode Listen Later May 12, 2021 60:08


    We've got the inside scoop for College Transitions! While we can't travel to college in our students' back pockets, we can help set them up for success. Preparation is KEY! Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Dr. Andrea Malkin-Brenner for their discussion on supporting students through the transition, fostering independence, securing resources beforehand, and helping them understand that adulting means asking for help! Website: ambrenner.com Instagram: @andreamalkinbrenner Twitter: @andreambrenner Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ambrennerllc **Upcoming virtual 3-part parent workshop on June 1, 2, and 3.  SESSION 1- COLLEGE TODAY: THE NEW STUDENT EXPERIENCE JUNE 1: 1:00-2:30PM OR 7:00-8:30PM (EDT) SESSION 2- BUILDING CRITICAL "ADULTING" SKILLS: IT'S MORE THAN LEARNING TO DO LAUNDRY JUNE 2: 1:00-2:30PM OR 7:00-8:30PM (EDT) SESSION 3- DEFINING YOUR CHANGING ROLE: (OR HOW TO BE A GREAT COLLEGE PARENT) JUNE 3: 1:00-2:30PM OR 7:00-8:30PM (EDT)

    15: IEP 101 - Three Keys to Writing an Exceptional IEP with Megan Ward, M.Ed.

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2021 49:18


    Writing an IEP can be overwhelming! Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Megan Ward, M.Ed., as they break down the three major IEP components (present levels, classroom functioning, and disability impact in the classroom) and share their expert advice on how to write an exceptional  IEP! Homepage | The IEP Academy (teachable.com) Instagram: @iep101

    14: School Reentry: Trauma, Anxiety, Support with Kelly Fradin, MD

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 8, 2021 50:23


    After over a year at home, schools around the world are beginning to re-open. Children will now be re-entering an environment that's much different than the one they left in early 2020. Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Kelly Fradin, MD, as they discuss emotionally supporting students through their “newest normal.” Kelly Fradin, MD - ADVICE I GIVE MY FRIENDS Twitter: @KellyFradinMD Instagram: @adviceigivemyfriends

    13: In It For the Long Haul - Managing Challenges with Complex Kids, with Elaine Taylor-Klaus, PCC, CPCC

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 23, 2021 54:22


    Don't get furious, get curious! When we change the narrative from “This child is disrespectful” to “This child is having a hard time being respectful right now,” we change the approach to managing children with complex needs. Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Elaine Taylor-Klaus, PCC, CPCC, as they discuss shifting the perspective when working with children with complex issues.  ImpactParents | Impact Parents | Helping parents help complex kids: Training, Coaching, Support Twitter: @ImpactParents Instagram: @ImpactParents

    12: Nonverbal Learning Disability: What You NEED to Know with Susan Blumberg, PhD

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 3, 2021 68:42


    Nonverbal Learning Disability is NOT what it sounds like. Children and adults with NVLD are extremely verbal. Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Susan Blumberg, PhD, for their detailed discussion about the three major nonverbal skills that affect individuals diagnosed with Nonverbal Learning Disability. Susan Blumberg, Phd (drsusanblumberg.com) Instagram: @drsusancoaching

    11: If you sit at an IEP table, YOU belong here, Catherine Whitcher, M.Ed, Master IEP Coach

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2021 56:43


    Collaboration is KEY! IEP meetings can cause anxiety for family and educators alike. Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Catherine Whitcher, M.Ed., as they explore how to best prepare for IEP meetings to optimize the value and unique expertise each player brings to the IEP table. Catherine Whitcher, M.Ed Instagram: @catherinewhitcher

    10: Special Education Law During COVID with Brian K. Gruber, Esq

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2020 65:58


    Distance learning is taking place across the nation. For students with disabilities, this means prior accommodations cannot be met by the previous standards. Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Brian Gruber, Esq., as they discuss how to ensure students' needs are being met in the virtual climate.  Law Office of Brian K. Gruber, P.C. – Representing Parents and Students (bkgpc.com) Twitter: @BrianKGruber

    9: This Ship Is Sinking: Parents of Children with Disabilities Need a Lifeline with Laura Lorenzen, MSW

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2020 56:43


    Distance learning has left parents of children with disabilities operating in survival mode. Join special education advocate and consultant Laura Lorenzen, MSW and Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., as they discuss helping parents to navigate through virtual learning with individualized education plans.  District Special Education Partners

    8: What have you done to prepare yourself for college during this pandemic? - with Heidi Waibel

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 11, 2020 63:26


    The pandemic has halted many operations, yet college admissions carry on. Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Heidi Waibel, Director of Admission at High Point University, as they offer expert advice on extracurriculars in the pandemic, connecting with advisors, common applications, and choosing your “best fit.” Undergraduate Admissions | High Point University | High Point, NC Twitter: @HPUadmissions

    7: Special Needs Navigator with Eric Jorgensen, MS, MBA, ChSNC

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2020 24:30


    Having disabilities brings its own challenges, and caregivers, families, and individuals often struggle with finding support and services. Learn how to take the next steps. Special Needs Navigator Twitter: @NeedsNavigator Instagram: @specneedsnav

    6: Coexisting Autism, ADHD and Anxiety: understanding and treating complicated problems with Dan Shapiro, M.D.

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2020 52:22


    Uninhibited or inhibited? Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Dr. Dan Shapiro as they discuss the parallels of Autism, ADHD, and Anxiety, using functional assessment to more thoroughly understand each disability both singularly and combined in individual cases. Home (parentchildjourney.com) Instagram: @parentchildjourney

    5: Girls and Autism with Donna Henderson

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 25, 2020 63:11


    Is the answer hiding in plain sight? Women and girls with Autism are frequently misdiagnosed with ADHD, anxiety, and depression. Join Dr. Donna Henderson and Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., as they review diagnosis criteria, assess the cost of misdiagnosis, and illuminate misconceptions of girls and women with Autism. Dr. Donna Henderson - The Stixrud Group

    4: Special Education in Independent Schools with Peter Braverman

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 21, 2020 33:55


    Are you considering transitioning your child to an Independent School? Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and school counseling and placement specialist Peter Braverman as they discuss Independent School options through a Special Education lens. Peter Braverman Twitter: @peterbraverman

    3: IEPs, Supplementary Aids & Technology with Joan Green, M.A. CCC-SLP

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2019 32:59


    How can assistive technology level the playing field for our learners? Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Joan Green, CCC-SLP, from Innovative Speech Therapy discuss how assistive technology can help grant your child the ability to access information, better understand, process and engage with new content, and communicate what they know. Home - Innovative Speech Therapy Twitter: @jgreenslp Instagram: @joanlipmangreen

    2: ADHD and IEP with Carey Heller, PsyD

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 15, 2019 23:39


    How can we best support children with ADHD? Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Dr. Carey Heller, PsyD, as they journey through diagnosis, treatment options, and the specific accommodations they have found to be most successful. The Heller Psychology Group LLC Bethesda MD Therapy, ADHD Coaching Testing Twitter: @CareyHellerPsyD Instagram: @hellerpsych

    1: Vision Statements and College Transitions with Annie Tulkin, MS

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 24, 2019 39:29


    Planning ahead is important. Is your student prepared for the transition from high school to college? Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., and Anne Tulkin, MS, as they discuss evolving vision statements, choosing the most suitable college, and securing adequate resources for support. Home - Accessible College Twitter: @AcssCollege Instagram: @accessiblecollege

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