Podcasts about iep meeting

IEP season is upon us, and I realize that there's so much to prepare during this time. If you're feeling overwhelmed and not even sure where to start, then this episode is for you. Today, I look at what you'll need in order to be ready, and I break it all down week-by-week over a 6-week timeline so you know exactly what to focus on at each specific point of the process. Before we dive in, I want to make sure you know about our IEP snapshot and 12 Questions to Ask at your IEP Meeting resources that you can download here or on our website, literacyuntangled.com. I've also created a new resource to help you with this process, our 6-Week IEP Meeting Preparation Checklist, which you can download here, and this checklist breaks down all the steps we're going to discuss today into manageable tasks. Topics Covered: - The reason why most annual IEP meetings occur in late January through March of each year [2:10] - Weeks Six through Five: Data collection and documentation [3:06] - Weeks Four through Three: Review and Research [4:12] - Weeks Two through One: Preparation and Planning [5:16] Key Takeaways - You don't have to panic if you're working with less than a 6-week timeline - Maintain open communication with your child's teachers and service providers at all times - If you're feeling overwhelmed, focus on what matters most for your child right now - Start this process early if you can and focus on gathering concrete examples and data - Keep your child's needs at the center of your preparation and stay organized in a way that works for you When you're ready to work with me, here are 3 ways I can help you: Join the waitlist to find out when my long-awaited course, Untangling Dyslexia: From Identification to IEP, opens up again! Subscribe to my Literacy Untangled Podcast, for bimonthly episodes on navigating the dyslexia journey with your kid. Want 1:1 help from an Orton-Gillingham expert? Book a call to see how I help kids who are struggling to learn how to read. Have a question or want a certain topic covered? Send an email to jennie@literacyuntangled.com or a DM on Instagram. I want to support parents with dyslexic children and get this content in the hands of those who need it most. Click the share button and send away! Thank you. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify or on your favorite podcast platform. Connect: - Visit my website - Sign up for my newsletter - Follow me on Instagram - Join me on Facebook

Today, we're taking a trip down memory lane to revisit our very first IEP meetings! Let's be honest—those initial meetings can be a whirlwind of emotions: overwhelming, confusing, and sometimes even a bit intimidating. As we reflect on our experiences, we'll dive into the questions we wish we had asked, the support we didn't realize we needed, and the valuable lessons we've learned along the way. Whether you're preparing for your very first IEP meeting or you're a seasoned pro, we hope our stories bring you comfort, knowing you're not alone in this journey. And, of course, you might even share a few laughs with us as we look back on our IEP adventures! Friends, you're doing an amazing job, we got this!! --- SHOW NOTES More episodes like this: 39. Back to School w/IEP Experts Vickie Brett & Amanda Selogie 78. Building Trust (Not Barriers) w/Your Child's IEP Team 94. IEPs during Covid-19, ft. IEP Lawyers Vickie Brett & Amanda Selogie 131. BTS Pt 2 - Preparing for the School Year.. IEPS + Special Education w/Ashley Barlow 270. IEP Success: How to Plan, Communicate, and Collaborate (w/April Rehrig) Learn more about Ashley Barlow Downloadable Resources from Rise Educational Advocacy JOIN THE MOVEMENT Join us in celebrating and supporting The Lucky Few Podcast! For just $0.99, $4.99, or $9.99 a month, you can help us continue shouting worth and shifting narratives for people with Down syndrome. Your support makes a difference in our ability to create meaningful content, enable us to cover production costs, and explore additional opportunities to expand our resources. Become an essential part of The Lucky Few movement today!  DISCOUNT CODE Friends, grab your narrative shifting gear over on The Lucky Few Merch Shop and use code BTS21 for 21% off (through August)! HELP US SHIFT THE NARRATIVE Interested in partnering with The Lucky Few Podcast as a sponsor? Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com for more information! THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Thank you, National Down Syndrome Society for sponsoring this episode! Learn more about the NDSS Buddy Walk! Listen to Heather & Micha talk about their experience at last year's NYC Buddy Walk on 225. NYC Buddy Walk Highlights Thank you, ABLEnow for sponsoring this episode! 115. How The ABLE Act Supports Your Child's Future (ft. Catherine Beck) LET'S CHAT Email hello@theluckyfewpodcast.com with your questions and Good News for future episodes. --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/theluckyfewpod/support

In this episode of Prepared School Psych podcast, host Jenny Ponzuirc delves into the various roles within an Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting based on her extensive experience of over 25 years in school psychology. Jenny explains the evolution of the roles, highlighting responsibilities such as facilitator, note taker, and timekeeper. She also offers practical tips on helping colleagues improve their roles, including permission-based feedback, concrete examples, role modeling, and positive reinforcement. For listeners seeking additional resources, show notes and handouts are available. FREE RESOURCE:https://jennyponzuric.ac-page.com/which-roles-do-you-take-on-in-an-iep-meeting

Hear me out on why sending a recap letter after an IEP meeting is crucial, even when everything goes smoothly. Learn how this simple strategy can prevent misunderstandings, document important agreements, and keep the collaborative spirit alive. I'll walk you through the key elements of an effective recap letter and explain why it's more than just an email. Whether you're a parent or an educator, this episode offers valuable insights to enhance your IEP process and ensure the best outcomes for students. Send me a DM on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catherinewhitcher/ Learn More About Master IEP Coach®: https://www.masteriepcoach.com/

What three words would people use to describe you after an IEP meeting?  Maybe you owned traits like "caring," "patient," and "collaborative" - or maybe there's room to level up. As the school year ends, I share examples from Master IEP Coaches® striving to be a "lifeline," "data-driven," and "calm" for families. What three words do you wish defined your approach to getting the most out of IEP meetings? Send me a DM on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/catherinewhitcher/ Learn More About Master IEP Coach®: https://www.masteriepcoach.com/ Get 12 IEP Questions You Need to Ask Before Your Next IEP Meeting: https://www.masteriepcoach.com/blog/12-iep-questions-with-master-iep-coach-founder-catherine-whitcher-m-ed  

We've all been there. The IEP Meeting is going well. Everyone is smiling, the computer system is working, the child is making progress. Then... (record scratch)... things go sideways. In today's episode I talk about one common IEP Pitfall, and it's so obvious. Fortunately, the solution is also super obvious and easy, so I'll walk you through that, too! This is an easy, quick listen before your annual IEP Meeting! Like stuff like this? Consider joining our ABC Course where you get my Negotiation Workshop exclusively!

One of my most favorite and successful strategies has very little to do with negotiation strategy. Rather, it is founded in a desire to make meetings as efficient as possible... but it has a huge positive impact. In today's episode I share my tried and true strategy of requesting a draft of an IEP prior to the meeting and then submitting written questions, comments, and ideas back to the school team prior to the meeting. This strategy was meant to simply be efficient, but it has had a huge impact of IEP meetings for me. I hope you find it helpful, too!

Please stop saying "Let's put that in the parking lot" during IEP meetings! Instead bring these 3 essential strategies to your next IEP meeting and help everyone know their expertise and perspectives are a priority. Learn More and Get Your 12 IEP Questions at: www.masteriepcoach.com  

Hey Special Ed Teacher, IEP season is here! How do you like to prepare for IEP meetings? What do you do to ensure you have all the documents needed before it's meeting time? Are you looking for a better system so you aren't scrambling at the last minute to get everything ready?  Today, I'm breaking down the 5 steps I take to ensure I am ready to step into my IEP meetings prepared and confident. Having everything collected and ready ahead of time helps the meeting go smoothly and takes away the stress of gathering things last minute. I've made my fair share of mistakes when it comes to preparing for IEP meetings but I want you to avoid making those same mistakes so tune in to hear about my 5 step system for gathering IEP meeting documents! Take Care, Michelle Resources mentioned: Episode 11. Set up These 4 Simple Organizational Tools as a Special Education Teacher! Episode 12. Student Paperwork Stressing You Out? 4 Easy Classroom Systems to Organize All That Paperwork and Data for Your Students with Special Needs! Episode 19. 4 Steps to Collect Data and Organize It for an IEP Meeting Connect with Michelle Vazquez: IEP Success Method: IEP 101 Course Waitlist - Get on the list HERE!  Join the FACEBOOK COMMUNITY! Download your FREE IEP Meeting Checklist HERE! Become an INSIDER & join the email list HERE!  Follow on INSTAGRAM!  Contact: steppingintospecialed@gmail.com

In today's episode, we sit down with Stephanie DeLussey, a dual-certified veteran special education teacher, IEP coach, and author of the upcoming book "The Intentional IEP." Stephanie shares her unique insights into the often daunting process of writing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs). She emphasizes the importance of collaboration between parents and teachers, and offers practical tips to make the IEP process more effective and less stressful for everyone involved. Read the full transcript and show notes at: https://www.coolcatteacher.com/e818 Sponsor: This show is sponsored by Microsoft. Check out their new AI Course. All opinions are my own. Once a year, I have a newsworthy topic that I accept that has advertorial content. This is the show for 2023 with Microsoft. Show Outline: Introduction Timestamp: 00:00:00 - 00:01:00 In this episode, Vicki Davis sits down with Stephanie DeLussey to discuss the importance of Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and how to approach them intentionally. Stephanie shares her expertise in creating effective IEPs that genuinely cater to the needs of each student. The Importance of Parent Input Timestamp: 00:01:01 - 00:04:48 Stephanie emphasizes the crucial role that parent input plays in shaping an effective IEP. She suggests using input forms to gather valuable information from parents, which can then be used to write the present-level section of the IEP. Writing the IEP: The Present Level Section Timestamp: 00:04:48 - 00:05:22 Stephanie walks us through the process of writing the PLAAFP (Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance) section of the IEP, which serves as the foundation for the entire plan. Gathering Additional Input Timestamp: 00:05:22 - 00:06:08 Stephanie advises sending out teacher input forms and consulting with other professionals who work with the child. This additional input helps in determining the skills to focus on when writing IEP goals. Drafting and Revising the IEP Timestamp: 00:06:08 - 00:07:16 Stephanie talks about sending a proposed draft IEP to the family for review. She emphasizes the importance of open communication and flexibility in making any necessary changes. Communication and Feedback Timestamp: 00:07:16 - 00:07:48 Vicki and Stephanie discuss the best ways to communicate with families, whether it's through email, phone calls, or face-to-face meetings, depending on the family's preference. The IEP Meeting and Follow-Up Timestamp: 00:07:48 - 00:09:11 Stephanie outlines what happens during the IEP meeting and the importance of ongoing communication with general education teachers and parents throughout the year. Addressing Misconceptions Timestamp: 00:09:11 - 00:11:09 Vicki and Stephanie tackle some common misconceptions about IEPs, including the difference between being "fair" and being "equitable." Conclusion and Resources Timestamp: 00:11:09 - 00:12:02 Vicki wraps up the episode by thanking Stephanie for her insights and mentioning Stephanie's upcoming book, "The Intentional IEP," set to release in January.

In this episode, we dive into the topic of advocating when you are in a separated or divorced situation, and we have a fantastic guest joining us, Billie Tarascio of Modern Law. 5 keys that you'll learn: Understanding your child's educational rights: We'll discuss the concept of educational rights, both at the federal level (think IDEA!) and in terms of legal decision making rights for parents. Navigating consent for evaluation and services: Learn how to handle situations where one party in a separated or divorced situation may be resistant to seeking evaluations or accessing services for a child. Dealing with the emotional impact: Discover how the emotional turmoil of separation or divorce can affect your perception of your child's struggles and the challenges that arise when both parents are in conflict. Strategies to overcome challenges: Gain insights into effective ways to advocate for your child's needs, even in difficult circumstances, such as obtaining an independent evaluation when the school declines, and potentially seeking legal intervention if necessary. Building a strong support system: Learn the importance of seeking support from professionals, such as attorneys and advocates, as well as from other parents who have gone through similar experiences. And now, for a fun fact from the episode: Did you know that our guest, Billie, is not only an experienced attorney but also a mom to four kids, three of whom have IEPs? Her personal experience adds a unique perspective to her expertise in family law. LAST CHANCE to sign up for Penny Williams' summit happening THIS WEEKEND https://TheIEPLab.com/schoolstrugglessummit  FREE Empowered Parent Bundle (yep-more free resources!):  https://TheIEPLab.com/bundle Billie of Modern Law: https://mymodernlaw.com  Shownotes: https://TheIEPLab.com/episode144     

End the constant tug-of-war in IEP meetings. It's time to find compromise on inflexible goals, assistive technology needs, and ESY qualifications. Listen and learn strategies for what to consider when you are stuck in the "I want" vs. "they want" battles.  Read the full blog post and get definitions of Assistive Technology and ESY qualifications: https://www.masteriepcoach.com/blog/iep-tug-of-war-3-unnecessary-special-education-battles-between-schools-and-parents Links Mentioned In This Episode: Earn Your IEP Leadership Certificate Program https://www.masteriepcoach.com/course Start Your Own IEP Coaching Practice https://www.masteriepcoach.com/mentorship Download Your Time Saving IEP Guide  https://www.masteriepcoach.com/masterclass YouTube Music License: EXYX2OR8CSZAKEAQ    

Listen. Life happens. Sure, you have the best intentions to spend a few minutes every day during the two weeks leading up to your IEP meeting, preparing for the meeting, but let's face it. You don't always have time. And today's episode we are talking about a few tips for those circumstances. And just to really hammer in the point, I deliver this podcast on my way to an IEP meeting for which I have not prepared! Life in the trenches with Ashley Barlow company!Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/rHp1fajDBD5

Do you know it's possible to have more than one IEP meeting (otherwise an "IEP continuation meeting?"  Now you do! But do you want 1? Or 2? Or 5? Maybe there isn't a magic number, but there are certainly advantages and disadvantages of multiple meetings, and we are going to discuss them all! We cover: 1) The parent right to have more than one IEP meeting 2) When to ask for a continuation meeting 3) Case Manager personality and meeting numbers 4) Finding your "sweet spot" of IEP meetings Don't forget to sign up for the FREE Advocacy Focus Workshop this Thursday evening OR Friday morning! More information at https://TheIEPLab.com/August Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/800719414225685/  Shownotes: https://TheIEPLab.com/episode13 

Do you know that it's within your Parent Rights to bring someone to your IEP meeting? Yes? Awesome! But wait...who should you bring? Is it a friend? Fellow parent? Family member? Or maybe an advocate or lawyer? In this episode we discuss 5 different reasons why you would want to bring someone to your IEP meeting. BUT WAIT...there's more! We also dicuss the advantages AND disadvantages of bringing someone with you (and yes-there ARE clear disadvantages!) Sign up for the August Training: Advocacy Clairity: What Do I Focus on This Year? TheIEPLab.com/August Join Facebook Group:  https://www.facebook.com/groups/800719414225685/ Shownotes: TheIEPLab.com/episode137

Welcome to another episode of Rad Mom Radio! This week my guest is Scotti Weintraub of Reframe Parenting - Scotti is the mom of 2 teen boys.  After supporting her kids when they struggled at school, she's using her hard-won experience to save other parents time and heartache with Reframe Parenting. She loves nothing more than helping other parents find the knowledge & resources they need. You can learn more about Scotti and her work by visiting her website; www.reframeparenting.comThank you for listening!

Every time I walk into the room to lead a Parent IEP workshop I have brightly colored index cards or sticky notes in my hand. I pass them out and ask every parent to tell me... "What's one thing you wish your child's teacher knew?" The results of that question are valuable insights into what parents REALLY want from the school system and often they are focused on the importance of communication, trust, and accountability in the IEP process. As a parent or educator, you know how crucial these elements are in ensuring a successful IEP outcome. On this episode, I share with you 3 answers I collected at a recent Parent IEP Workshop, plus an unexpected story of an uninvited animal that entered my house and why hiring an expert is sometimes a necessary decision. Links Mentioned In This Episode: Master IEP Coach® Certificate Program Start Your Own IEP Coaching Practice Download 12 IEP Questions You Need to Ask Find All the Special Education Inner Circle Podcast Episodes

"I had an IEP through high school and I really know the power of the special education system...And I feel like I'm living out the purpose of an IEP, which is to prepare you for life after high school."Disability advocate, speech-language pathology assistant, and IEP coach Courtney Burnett had an IEP herself growing up, and now she uses her expertise to empower parents to help students get evaluated and supported. Courtney discusses the main barriers to accessing special education, the purpose and goal of an IEP, how parents can have an active role in their child's education, and much more! Resources discussed in this episode include: U.S. Department of Ed's IDEA website5 Questions for your IEP Meeting

When you are already on edge with an IEP meeting coming up, nothing is worse than not knowing what to expect when it comes to scheduling the meeting itself! Well, all that stress of scheduling is over after today, because we are breaking down how the process SHOULD go when it's easy-peasy, and several things that are in your control (aka staying ahead of the process) that makes the whole process less stressful. In this episode we cover: 1) The steps that should happen to have a happy scheduling of an annual IEP meeting 2) Common FAQ's when it comes to the school staff's availability, not making deadlines for the start of IEP meetings, and how you can anticipate the meeting months in advance 3) One of Beth's mantras for life that absolutely applies to scheduling IEP meetings! Download the FREE IEP Process Step-By-Step Guide Check out your FREE 30 day trial of The Parent Advocacy Club Shownotes

What's Your IEP Meeting Personality Type? Are you Frazzled Frances, the mom that's always running behind, completely capable of advocating more but overwhelmed with all that life throws at you? Or could you be Courteous Carol, a "yes man" through and through. Perhaps you'll be Hesitant Hannah, who distrusts the sweet Kindergarten teacher and has research to back up everything she says. Of course, you could be Organized Olive, who's got it all together and knows exactly how things are going to go. Give this week's episode a listen, and then take our QUIZ to see what IEP Meeting Type you are and to get a list of Strengths, Common Pitfalls, and Suggestions for your Type. We'd love to hear what your Personality Type is! Share it on social media, tag us, and tell us what your next action steps are! Take the Quiz: https://quiz.tryinteract.com/#/608c2bd07a38c30017963b77Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/S44OrOQkUJ5

IEP Season is will be here before you know it! Our host and author of Autism Parent to Parent, is providing parents and guardians with invaluable information that will help during your IEP meeting! Tune in and join us, and don't forget to like and share! Click here to set a reminder for the Autism Network Podcastathon #IEP #Autistic #Parents Autism Network Website  Shannon Penrod's book is out now! Order from the link below! Autism Live's Link Tree Order the book written by the host of Autism Live, Shannon Penrod!  Click Here for Autism Live on Apple Podcast  Autism Network Toy Guide Autism Live on Twitch Autism Live on Spotify Autism Live on IHeartRadio Autism Live on Amazon Audible

Don't stress before your annual IEP meeting. I've got three simple tips that will help you prepare and feel calm before your meeting! These are all things you've heard before - but infused with experience from hundreds of IEP meetings I've attended! Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/RMNWzDtN2DX

It's IEP Season, and that can only mean one thing. Parents in special education are freaking out!!!! In today's episode, I talk about why the annual meeting is just like any other meeting, give you tips for preparing for the meeting, and also give you four ideas or strategies that you may employ at this year's annual meeting in order to get more out of the special education process for your student. It's a balance of “shake things up” and “same old, same old!” Hot and cold. Sandy beaches and snowy mountains. Yin and yang. You get the point! Give it a listen and see what you think! And holy cow- can you believe we're on episode 131?!In today's episode, I reference Podcast #8: Getting More Services Out Of an IEP, an oldie but goodie episode. Listen now here: https://ashleybarlowco.com/getting-more-services-out-of-an-iep/ Transcript: https://share.descript.com/view/RMNWzDtN2DX

LIMITED TIME BONUS EPISODE Have you mastered the 4 pillars of parent advocacy? Beth shares these 4 themes she identified in participating in over 400 IEP meetings and shares what to do to get help in kicking the IEP meeting stress to the curb and welcoming IEP advocacy confidence with open arms! THE ULTIMATE PARENT IEP PREP COURSE DOORS ARE OPEN TODAY! Click THIS LINK to check out the prep course and see what option will help you kick IEP meeting stress to the curb! Don't forget to get on The IEP Lab's email list if you haven't already to get fast action and other bonus items for joining The Ultimate Parent IEP Prep Course ASAP! You can get on the mailing list by Downloading your FREE IEP Process Step-By-Step Guide!    

BONUS IEP Prep Series! We are answering the question of the MOST EFFECTIVE advocacy approach to IEP meetings. It's called the Goldilocks Approach to Advocacy.  In this episode we cover: 1) The three main advocacy approaches (passive, aggressive, and just right) 2) What it looks like AFTER the IEP meeting for each of these approaches from inside the school walls 3) Keys to finding your "just right"  Don't forget to snag your IEP Process Step-By-Step Guide! Shownotes Hint The Ultimate Parent IEP Prep Course is opening up again in the next week! Don't forget to follow The IEP Lab on socials and get on the email list (by downloading the guide!)  Follow on Instagram Follow on Facebook  

Knowing how it's *supposed* to go enables you to know when things are a little different, and of course to ask really great questions because you have come context! In this episode we cover: 1) Steps 1-10 of the annual IEP Review process (referencing the handout -- link to get the handout is below!) 2) 3 Common deviations from the normal steps and why this happens! Download FREE IEP Process Step - By - Step Guide Sign up for the IEP Bootcamp! Shownotes

Traditionally, the majority of the annual IEP meetings take place between mid-January through mid-March. In this episode, I share 12 questions that you want to make sure you cover during these meetings and give examples of what good answers should include. I explain what a multi-sensory, structured literacy approach is and why you want to ensure that your service provider is well-versed in that strategy. I highlight who should be providing reading services to your child and training credentials you want to look out for. I also describe when and where services should be delivered. Circling back to episode 9, you also want to talk with your child's specialist about how progress and mastery is going to be measured. Listen in and check out the downloadable PDF to prepare for upcoming IEP meetings. Listen to the episode on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, Stitcher, or on your favorite podcast platform. Topics Covered: Understanding the reasoning behind your service provider's approach The typical frequency and duration of sessions How long an intervention should be implemented Examples of additional accommodations or support you might want your child to receive How to ensure that your service provider is adequately trained in dyslexia and the appropriate instructional approaches Resources Mentioned: Download our PDF "12 Questions (with answers) to ask at the next Dyslexia IEP meeting" Connect: Visit my website Sign up for my newsletter Follow me on Instagram Join me on Facebook Download my FREE guide: Dyslexia Defined

Does your child have an IEP – an individual education Plan, but you don't know what that really means?  Maybe your child receives speech therapy because they do not speak or understand well.   There are ways to become comfortable with the vast amount of information.  There are ways to stand up for yourself and your child, and … spoiler… your school wants your participation!  And we all want your child to grow, learn and communicate well. Today's episode will give YOU strategies to communicate better for yourself and your child and give you a way to build a connection that will make you more comfortable in those difficult meetings.   Be encouraged, parents!  Dinalynn CONTACT:  Hello@theLanguageOfPlay.com

IEPs have a 3-year cycle. Which means there are different kinds of meeting for where you are in that cycle! And when you know what kind of meeting is coming up, you can be mentally prepaired for it that much better!  In this episode we discuss: 1) 5 different types of IEP meetings (initial, annual, re-evaluation, amendment, and transition) 2) When each type of meeting happens 3) Embedded opportunities for parent advocacy in each! Download the FREE IEP Process Step-By-Step Guide Join the Facebook Group Register for Bootcamp Jan 27-29th to understand your child's IEP Shownotes  

What happens when a school IEP team member can't come to the meeting? It's called an excusal...and although it's *supposed* to happen one way...it does happen that that you are left in the dark or suprised by an excusal! In this episode we discuss: 1. Behind the scenes information about why an excusal may happen. 2. What is supposed to happen if an excusal is necessary. 3. What often happens when an excusal happens 4. Your options as a parent to respond to an excusal depending on the situation! Join the Facebook Group! Get on the waitlist for the Bootcamp to understand your child's IEP! Download the IEP Process Step-By-Step Guide! Shownotes

Hey SPED Teacher, Confused about how to collect IEP data? Searching for “how to collect special education data” before your next meeting? Need an easy way to keep track of IEP data? Today you will learn 4 steps to collect data and organize it for an IEP (Individualized Education Plan) meeting! Organizing all the paperwork that comes with being a special ed teacher has always been my struggle! But after years of trial and error, I will show you a simple way how to collect data for IEP goals.  Take Care, Michelle In this episode you'll learn: To connect IEP goals & lesson planning A simple way to collect IEP documents How to create an easy IEP goal system to use throughout the year Resources Mentioned: EP 11. Set Up These 4 Simple Organizational Tools as a Special Education Teacher! EP 12. Student Paperwork Stressing You Out? 4 Easy Classroom Systems to Organize All That Paperwork and Data for Your Students with Special Needs! Contact me to grab a FREE SPED Teacher Mentor call! I'll be able to personalize a plan with you for your students to achieve their IEP goals! I only have ONE spot available for this ONE-time offer!! Contact me at steppingintospecialed@gmail.com  Connect with Michelle Vazquez: Become an INSIDER & join the email list HERE! Join the Facebook Community, www.facebook.com/groups/steppingintospecialed Follow on Instagram www.instagram.com/steppingintospecialed Contact: steppingintospecialed@gmail.com

This week we are talking about General Education Teachers! A STRONG ally for you and your child...but also may have some similar feelings about IEP meetings as you do :) In this episode we cover: 1) Education/Qualifications 2) How they are involced in the SPED process (including the section of the IEP Meeting you do NOT want them to miss!) 3) What they actually DO for your child! Also! Here is the information to enter the giveaway! How to Enter the Giveaway: Rate and Review the Podcast in your preferred player & take a screenshot to submit! Make sure you are on the email list by CLICKING THIS LINK TO SIGN UP CLINK THIS LINK to fill out your submission form! You have until Thanksgiving to fill out your form to be entered into the drawings!

Does your meeting room look like the inside of a prison?You can do better my friend! So you might be thinking…who cares what my IEP meeting room looks like…it has functioned well for years and it gets the job done…and while I agree that what the room looks like is not going to have any affect on your IEP paperwork itself, it definitely could have a large impact on the relationship you are wanting to build with the parents of your students. Parents may be feeling very overwhelmed and in need of some comfort during these meetings. Just the fact that they have to attend a meeting like this one to begin with is a lot to process and then when you add all the other factors...it's just too much. Take these 4 steps to make improvements to your conference room or IEP meeting room:Warm up the room (visually)Keep it coolBe accommodatingUse anchor chartsListen in to this episode to learn more about supporting your parents with just a few tweaks to the meeting room space.Mentioned in the show:Get the FREE percentile chart HERECheck out the other anchor charts in my TpT store

The IEP process can be overwhelming. Here are some tips on how to effectively handle meetings.

An overview of what an agenda for a transition IEP meeting could include.

Whether it be through invasive questions, unsolicited remarks, or condescending attitudes, people who are blind or visually-impaired experience microaggressions, actions that occur casually, frequently, and often without any negative intentions, on a daily basis. In “How Many Fingers am I Holding up?”, Marissa shares how to identify and discuss subtle acts of exclusion. Tune in to learn how to respond next time someone says “You look like a ghost!” “Even if a comment seems small or unimportant to you, it can do real harm” Connect with Legally Blonde & Blind! Website Instagram Facebook LinkedIn Key Points: 2:00 - What are microaggressions? 5:10 - Why call microaggressions subtle acts of exclusion (SAE)? 8:15 - What kinds of microaggressions do disabled people tend to experience? 17:25 - How can you address microaggressions or subtle acts of exclusion? 18:46 …As a recipient? 20:20 …As an initiator? 22:30 …As a bystander? Resources: Subtle Acts of Exclusion: How to Understand, Identify, and Stop Microaggressions by Tiffany Jana and Micheal Baran 39 Ableist Microaggressions You Might Encounter at an IEP Meeting 25 Racist Microaggressions heard in IEP Meetings An Introduction to the Concept of Microaggressions What exactly is a microaggression? Episode 19 Transcript

The podcast's first interview with Dr. Katie Nieves Licwinko, who has created a website, assemblinginclusion.katienieves.com that provides courses teachers can access to learn ideas and tip to integrate technology for the sake of the special education students. We also discuss how we can make the IEP Meeting more collaborative for parents, the conflict that can develop between young and old educators, and end with a discussion on what helped her achieve her goal of a doctorate.

How are your IEP meetings going? Could you use a little extra help with organization? If you are anything like me then you are always looking for ways to make your meetings go just a little smoother. I started using an agenda many years ago, but through the years I have made small changes that have had a big impact on my meetings.   In this episode I am sharing about all things of an agenda. I'm talking about why it works and exactly what should be on it.  In this episode you will learn: The benefits of using an agenda for your IEP meetings. How to share the agenda with the team before the meeting. How to include a parking lot on your agenda for questions that come up. About what things should be included on the agenda. Links and Resources Special Education Forms for the IEP Meeting 7 Steps to Running a Smooth IEP Meeting Freebie Connect with Dawn Find me on IG Etsy Shop TpT Store Subscribe Are you subscribed to my podcast? Trust me, you definitely want to do that so you don't miss a thing! Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Leave a Review If you are loving the podcast, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other teachers find my podcast and I love hearing what you think about the podcast as well. Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what part of the podcast you found to be the most helpful!

Stephanie is the author behind Mrs. D's Corner. She's your go-to-girl for inspiration on everything elementary special education. Her passion is making grade-level content functional, engaging, and meaningful for all students, and to make learning fun and easy by providing tried and true lessons and activities that are implementation ready, differentiation provided.She provides tips, tricks, and hacks that actually work in the special education classroom setting. And she's your biggest advocate when it comes to taking care of yourself (because you are important too!).For as long as she can remember, she has always wanted to be a teacher. You know, the taking extra worksheets at school to come home and teach my [invisible] students kind-of-always-wanted-to-be-a-teacher.After 9+ years in the field, she knows first hand how exhausting teaching can be, yet how absolutely wonderful and life changing it is. Links Mentioned: Draft StickersIntentional IEP MembershipWrights Law Find Mrs. D's Corner:WebsiteInstagramFacebookTeacher's Pay Teachers

Can you believe we have been at this for 100 episodes?!? It blows my mind that you continue to show up each week and let me be a small part of your special education experience. So first, let me say thank you! In honor of our 100th episode I am sharing the best of the best from previous episodes in this one place. Whether you are brand new to teaching or a seasoned veteran, you will find something useful inside!   In this episode you will learn: The benefits of creating a binder for each student with all their information in one place. How to adapt your mindset to be successful in the classroom. How to fully utilize your paraprofessionals. About getting crystal clear on a data collection system. Links and Resources Want to hear the full episodes featured here? Here are the links to each one: Episode 63 Episode 66 Episode 67 Episode 68 Episode 71 Episode 74 Episode 78 Episode 91 Data Collection Freebie Benefits of Using Board Games in Special Education Blog   Connect with Dawn Find me on IG Etsy Shop TpT Store Subscribe Are you subscribed to my podcast? Trust me, you definitely want to do that so you don't miss a thing! Click here to subscribe in iTunes! Leave a Review If you are loving the podcast, I would be really grateful if you left me a review over on iTunes, too. Those reviews help other teachers find my podcast and I love hearing what you think about the podcast as well. Just click here to review, select “Ratings and Reviews” and “Write a Review” and let me know what part of the podcast you found to be the most helpful!

"Oh CRAP.. Our IEP meeting is in FIVE DAYS." Today, we discuss this situation with our guest and IEP Master Coach, Lisa Baskin Wright! If you are down to the wire prepping for your meeting, Lisa gives us all the advice on what to focus on. It's a longer episode, so here is a breakdown of times stamps. We have something for everyone in this episode!   2:00 - Who is Lisa? What is an IEP coach? 5:30 - Struggles faced when it comes to IEP's. 13:17 - Loud dog bark. Sorry, real life! 13:30 - Rights at the IEP table 34:00 - 5 Days out. What do you prep? 60:00 - After the meeting. Now what? 61:00 - Q&A session from our community!   Instagram: @momstalkautism Email: hello@momstalkautism.com  

"Oh CRAP.. Our IEP meeting is in FIVE DAYS." Today, we discuss this situation with our guest and IEP Master Coach, Lisa Baskin Wright! If you are down to the wire prepping for your meeting, Lisa gives us all the advice on what to focus on. It's a longer episode, so here is a breakdown of times stamps. We have something for everyone in this episode! 2:00 - Who is Lisa? What is an IEP coach? 5:30 - Struggles faced when it comes to IEP's. 13:17 - Loud dog bark. Sorry, real life! 13:30 - Rights at the IEP table 34:00 - 5 Days out. What do you prep? 60:00 - After the meeting. Now what? 61:00 - Q&A session from our community! Instagram: @momstalkautism Email: hello@momstalkautism.com

In this episode we take a peek inside an IEP meeting for a student with dyslexia.

IEP or individualized education plan are oftentimes considered a four-letter word in the autism and special needs community. In this episode, I briefly explain what an IEP is and why they're important, before hearing from my guest today. Dennis Procopio is back and this time he's sharing stories from the recent IEP meeting for his son. Sometimes it's helpful to listen to people's real-life experiences because there's much that can be learned. Dennis talks about how he used his experience as a life coach to better navigate what can be a very emotionally charged, and contentious situation. Check out his story and let me know if you'd like to share yours. ☺ I have learned so much from my conversations with Dennis and he's helping me become a better version of myself. If you would like to talk to Dennis, you can connect with him and schedule a FREE strategy session at manuplifecoaching.com Submit your topic suggestions for Dennis and me to rob@theautismdad.com Find Dennis: MAN-UP! Life Coaching About Rob Gorski: All my information and relevant links are https://www.liinks.co/theautismdad (here) Support this podcast: venmo.com/theautismdad Sponsors This episode is brought to you by Vitals. The Vitals app automatically provides police, EMS, and other first responders with information on how to better help or interact with our autistic loved ones. Vitals is saving lives by preventing misunderstandings during interactions with police. Download the Vitals app and sign up today by clicking https://bit.ly/getvitals (here). This episode is sponsored by Mightier. Mightier is an amazing program out of Harvard Medical and Boston Children's. It uses video games to teach kids to emotionally self-regulate. Visit theautismdad.com/mightier and find out more information, including how to get a free 30-day trial. This episode is also brought to you by Hero Health. HERO is a smart automatic pill dispenser that dramatically improves medication management and compliance. Learn more at theautismdad.com/hero and use code “theautismdad50” to save $50. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit https://megaphone.fm/adchoices (megaphone.fm/adchoices) Mentioned in this episode: Happy Ladders Happy Ladders is Parent-Led Early Autism Therapy that empowers you, the parent, to teach your toddler essential developmental skills through play. Studies have shown that the parent-led model is highly effective while eliminating frustration over long wait lists, or the worry about losing precious developmental time. All without the disruption of people coming into your home Happy Ladders includes activities that target 150+ essential developmental skills every toddler needs as well as assessments in 4 different developmental areas. There's also an exclusive community of parents just like you, and professional coaching to ensure success for both you and your toddler. To learn more, get a free trial, and take advantage of an exclusive, limited-time offer for my listeners, visit happyladders.com. Use the code "theautismdad" at checkout to save 50% off the monthly membership. Plus get a free one-on-one session as well as access to the Tantrums and Meltdowns mini-course. This is a limited-time offer so act now. https://theautismdad.captivate.fm/happyladders (Visit Happy Ladders) BrainyAct BrainyAct® provides tech-enabled, patent-pending therapy programs delivered via gamification for neurological disorders such as Autism, Asperger's, Dyslexia, and ADHD. BrainyAct activates the underdeveloped areas of the brain through exercises that strategically target a child's balance, gravity, gross/fine motor, rhythm and timing, visual motor perception, and memory. Putting hope in motion means putting your family first in everything we do and using movement to affect real change. Shifting hope to a reality. 91% of families report global brain improvements after four months. Our company was built on the...

The IEP process has been a hot topic with my clients as the new school year starts. I'm giving you 5 tips in today's episode to prepare for your next IEP meeting.  Are you coming to my free behavior masterclass? I'm bringing back one of my best freebies! Make sure to register to save your spot! https://www.theautismconsultant.us/masterclass  

IEP is an individualized education plan which is a legal document developed for each public school for a child who needs special education.It is created with the help of child's parents and school professionals who are knowledgeable of child's needs.Parents are expert on their child and know them the best.In today's episode I will give you a few tips for a successful IEP meeting.  I have a blog www.autismfamilystory.com where I share lots of helpful information for parents of children with autism starting this journey.I am also active on instagram(@autismfamilystory) and Facebook autismfamilystory.blogspot.com wherein I share lots of information and strategies for parents of children with autism . I am also active on Pinterest (autismfamilystory) you can follow me there. I hope you listen,share and follow my podcast so you don't miss an episode. Leave a review if you like my podcast which will help me reach more autism parents.

Let me help you and share with you my experience with my first IEP.  Yes it can be scary, but being prepared is the most important thing you can do and understanding your rights.  I also discuss the first years of ECI and kindergarten.  Are you Ready To Get Down!

Are you ready to work together in the Autism Parent Inner Circle??! I look forward to supporting you and your child! https://www.theautismconsultant.us/innercircle

So, you have gotten the assessments done for your child and now you are ready for your first IEP... but you do not know what that will look like.Well we have Kayla who is an 8th grade RSP Inclusion teacher here to help walk us through the steps and let you know what is going to happen.She has been in special education for 13+ years and loves everything about it, the best part is that she believes that your voice matters the most at the IEP table, and it does.Join us in this convo and if you would like someone to partner with you to walk you through your child's IEP let's get that scheduled today!

In this week's episode we talk with Catherine Whitcher, IEP Mentor, about five things everyone must do for a successful IEP meeting. Be sure to check out the show notes at https://hopestory.org/catherine-whitcher-ep-11