Podcasts about special education services

Send us a text"If it doesn't fill your heart with happiness, you need to take a long, hard look in the mirror." This wise insight comes from Dan Blatt, the Unified Sports Program Coordinator for the district. We had a wonderful time discussing a whole range of topics with Dan, who also teaches visually impaired students at Elyria Schools. Unified Sports is a branch of Special Olympics that brings together students who are typically developing and those with special needs to join teams in a variety of sports, including flag football, basketball, cheerleading, and more. Dan shares the magic of his dual roles as a teacher and a sports champion—don't miss this enlightening chat on Petey Podcast!It's a great day to be a Pioneer! Thanks for listening. Find Elyria Schools on Facebook, Twitter, Instagram and YouTube!

Jan. 3, 2025 - A recent audit from the state comptroller's office highlighted the waiting lists for pre-k special education services, so we decided to look at what's causing the delays and how schools are addressing the problem. Our guest is Clarkstown Central School District Superintendent Marc Baiocco, who discusses a program set up to provide specialized services and addresses the comptroller's audit.

Hey Special Ed Teacher, You know that having students in the least restrictive environment is the law but have you found yourself wondering what it really means?  If you're like me, you probably learned about LRE in college but by the time you were in the classroom, you found it hard to remember all the details of the continuum of services. In today's episode, I am sharing an overview of the ten different levels of supports a student with an eligibility can be placed on so you can be prepared when determining a student's LRE. Take Care, Michelle Resources mentioned: IEP Success Method: IEP 101 Course Waitlist - Get on the list HERE!  Join the FACEBOOK COMMUNITY! Connect with Michelle Vazquez: Leave a 5 star review Download your FREE IEP Meeting Checklist HERE! Become an INSIDER & join the email list HERE! Follow on INSTAGRAM! Contact: steppingintospecialed@gmail.com

Risk-Based Monitoring of Special Education Services: Performance Audit Services Manager Gina Brown recaps a new LLA report that examines the Louisiana Department of Education's risk-based monitoring of special education services provided to students with disabilities. | https://LLA.La.gov/go/podcast

Risk-Based Monitoring of Special Education Services: Performance Audit Services Manager Gina Brown recaps a new LLA report that examines the Louisiana Department of Education's risk-based monitoring of special education services provided to students with disabilities. | https://LLA.La.gov/go/podcast

In Lesson #1: “When you do what the child loves, the child with autism will love to be with you.” Dr. Rick interviews Jeff and Heather about their daughter Kate and what it takes to get started with a successful intervention program. They share their struggles with grief and getting Kate's diagnosis of autism, about trying out different therapies until they found what worked, and how intensive early intervention and playfulness (doing what the child loves) helped Kate to improve in her ability to form relationships and develop a sense of belonging with her friends and classmates. Dr. Rick introduces the key methods that help all children on the spectrum connect with others and grow developmentally. Show Notes National Clearinghouse for Autism Evidence and Practice (NCAEP, 2020): A complete reference for evidence based interventions. Check out Parent Implemented Interventions (PII) in the Evidence Based Practices Report: https://ncaep.fpg.unc.edu/ Early Intervention Services: https://ectacenter.org/partc/partc.asp Special Education Services: https://www.parentcenterhub.org/partb/ Identification, Evaluation, and Management of Children With Autism Spectrum Disorder: https://publications.aap.org/pediatrics/article/145/1/e20193447/36917/Identification-Evaluation-and-Management-of?autologincheck=redirected The PLAY Project: https://www.playproject.org Check out ‘Resources' & ‘Welcome to The PLAY Project Course'

In this episode, I walk you through the process of what happens next after your child is found eligible for special education services. Your child maybe 3 or 13. No matter the age, it's important for you to understand what it means to have a child on an Individualized Education Plan/Program (IEP). I share with you what you should expect from now on, and also what you may ask for now that your child is receiving services. I will explain placement and the fact that eligibility does not drive placement while dispelling common beliefs about special education. Listen until the end to get full clarity around this topic! *EMAIL LIST*Click here to join my email list for more free content to help you on your parenting journey!or go to strongermindsstrongeryouth.com/jointhelist*REACH OUT & SHARE*Email me your stories to share with others parents just like you @ jessika@strongermindsstrongeryouth.com *CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA!!!* & *TAG ME IN YOUR STORIES!!!*#jessikashields or @strongermindsstrongeryouthGet Social to Stay Connected!!!FB: @StrongerMindsStrongerYouthInstagram: @StrongerMindsStrongerYouthLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jessikashieldsTo access more Podcast resources, visit strongermindsstrongeryouth.comThank you for listening!

 In this special viewer requested episode, Shannon Penrod gives the Parent to Parent talk on what to do when the school says your child with ASD doesn't qualify for an IEP and what to do when the school says they want to declassify your child with ASD, so they are no longer receiving Special Education Services.  What do you do?  Do you celebrate or fight?  What argument do you make to get your child services and how do you know when to let the services go?  These are difficult waters to navigate, but Shannon gives tips and tricks to help you get the most out of your child's time at school.

Alison Kacer began her journey as an advocate for her son, Lucas, who was diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder when he was four years old. Then, her mindset shifted from finding a fix to finding the right support system for her son. That support system now includes Andover Elementary School special education teacher Donna Macoskey. In the latest Parent Engage 360 Podcast, Alison and Donna joined host Liz Burgard to discuss the Kacer family's experience navigating the district's special education services and the importance of the relationship between home and school.  Alison and her son Lucas were featured in KARE-11 journalist Boyd Huppert's Land of 10,000 Stories, sharing Lucas' passion for pencil sharpening. You can also learn more about Lucas and his passion by visiting his Facebook page, Pencils4lucas. Episode highlights: 3:12 - Alison shares the story about her son Lucas' autism diagnosis and his being featured KARE-11 journalist Boyd Huppert's Land of 10,000 Stories, sharing Lucas' passion for pencil sharpening. 11:30 - Alison shares her family's experience in learning about her son's diagnosis and how she went about seeking support. 16:33 - Donna discusses support systems that are available in schools across Anoka-Hennepin for families seeking extra support for their children, including special education services. 22:04 - Alison and Donna talked about the importance of a team approach to supporting Lucas at home and in school. The Parent Engage 360 Podcast aims to provide parents and guardians with knowledge from experts in chemical health, mental health, internet safety and more, as well as the tools needed to support their children. Anoka-Hennepin hopes that providing timely and helpful information through the Parent Engage 360 podcast series will strengthen the bond between school and home with resources parents and guardians can use and share with others.

Southern Oregon Education Service District, which provides special education services and staff across several counties.

Tired of fighting through the IEP process and feeling like you get peanuts for your child or your students?  Let me show you 3 steps to help you get MORE without activating your "fight or flight" response every time you step into an IEP meeting. Learn More: https://www.masteriepcoach.com/  

Laura Bain joins us to discuss education for blind and partially sighted youths in Nova Scotia, and some recent changes in the way services are being delivered.

Hold your breath as you plunge into an awe-inspiring journey with Raja Marhaba, Special Education Advocate, Author (UNSTOPPABLE), and Founder of The Jonathan Foundation for Children with Learning Disabilities. Embark on a monumental David and Goliath journey that showcases a mother's determination in the face of adversity. Raja's struggles with a broken special education system and her relentless pursuit of justice for her children are nothing short of extraordinary. Hear her riveting story as she fearlessly battled her way to the Ninth Circuit Federal Court and bear witness to the sacrifices she made for her children's rights. She documents her experience and what she learned in her book, Unstoppable: A Parents' Survival Guide for Special Education Services with an IEP or 504 Plan. Travel further down Marhaba's 26-year journey as she highlights the pitfalls and power dynamics of a faulty special education system. Feel the weight of the financial costs and the resilience required for navigating these murky waters. This episode unfolds the strength of a parent's love, shedding light on the lengths one will go to ensure their child's right to a free and appropriate education. Marhaba's compelling narrative serves as a beacon of hope for those embarking on a similar path. Her tireless community service has been recognized through awards including The 2021 The Diane Lipton Award, The Daily Point of Light Award, and the Prestigious Marquis Who's Who Biographical Registry.Finally, you'll be privy to her transformative journey from middle-class living to becoming a relentless advocate for education. Learn about the faith that kept her going, her pro bono work, and involvement in the fight against child trafficking. Join us to revel in the power of advocacy and resilience. This is an episode that is bound to leave you inspired and educated.Connect with Raja Marhaba:Website: https://thejonathanfoundation.org/en-us and https://unstoppableadvocacy.com/About Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TheJonathanFoundation Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thejonathanfoundation LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/raja-marhaba-5a985b14  Have you been searching for a law firm that understands the unique challenges of your family? We can help you at Special Needs Law Group put legal planning in place to protect you and your loved ones now and in the future. Book a free call today with our team or contact us via our website: specialneeds-law.com/contact.

In this episode, I share with you 3 things you should consider if you have gone through the entire special education evaluation process only to hear “your child does not meet eligibility criteria for special education” also known as Does Not Qualify or DNQ. This can be frustrating and disheartening. So find out what to consider as you ponder the question, “what next?”Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Building Child Confidence INTENSIVE Workshop Series/5-Day Challenge: Register at buildingchildconfidence.comBook a FREE 15-minute consultation with me here!*EMAIL LIST*Click here to join my email list for more free content to help you on your parenting journey!or go to strongermindsstrongeryouth.com/jointhelist*REACH OUT & SHARE*Email me your stories to share with others parents just like you at jessika@strongermindsstrongeryouth.com *CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA!!!* & *TAG ME IN YOUR STORIES!!!*#jessikashields or @strongermindsstrongeryouthGet Social to Stay Connected!!!Twitter: @Official_SMSYFB: @StrongerMindsStrongerYouthInstagram: @StrongerMindsStrongerYouthLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jessikashieldsTikTok: @Official_SMSYTo access more Podcast resources, visit strongermindsstrongeryouth.comThank you for listening!

Leddy Glenn's passion for Special Education began when she was working at a non-profit and realized the individuals she enjoyed working with most were ones with exceptionalities. When she had this epiphany, she left her job and went back to school to become a special education teacher. Leddy learned how each aspect of the special education process could evolve because she has sat at every seat at an Individual Education Plan (IEP) meeting as the student, special education teacher, and parent. This is why she created Fresh Thinking Special Education Advisors."In the field of special education services, my goal every day is to identify and apply educational approaches to help all involved succeed."Leddy Glenn holds a Master's of Arts in Speech Communication from University of Central Missouri. She also holds a Master's of Arts in Teaching and Learning from Avila University. She has been facilitating individual and group exploration of abilities for over 20 years.WebsiteLeddyGlenn.comwww.freshthinkingforkids.comResources MentionedAtomic Habits - James ClearThe Dyslexic AdvantageShow SponsorThe National Association for Primary Education speaks for young children and all who live and work with them. Get a FREE e-copy of their professional journal at nape.org.uk/journal

“From people not interacting and not being exposed we come to make assumptions which are often false and that contributes to the way that people with disabilities are valued." Lori is the Director of Disability and Education Policy at the nonprofit INCLUDEnyc, where she has led initiatives for more transparency, accountability, and improved outcomes for New York City students with disabilities. She is also a member of the New York State Commissioner's Advisory Panel for Special Education Services, which advises the New York State Office of Special Education to the Governor, Legislature, and Commissioner, on the unmet educational needs of students with disabilities. Lori is the former Vice-Chair of the Panel for Educational Policy of the New York City Department of Education, also known as the New York City Board of Education. Prior to these roles, Lori taught both general and special education in public and non-public schools in New York City and Newark, NJ. She lives in Brooklyn and has a 19-year-old son with developmental disabilities who attends a District 75 program on the Lower East Side of Manhattan. More information about INCLUDEnyc here >> https://includenyc.org/ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/tracey-spencer-walsh/message

Erica Johnson, Assistant Special Education Director at ESU 10, and Pam Brezenski, Special Education Director at ESU 13, join the pod this week to explain the individualized programming that our 18 to 21 special education learners receive in Nebraska as they work towards completing their IEP goals.

You know, navigating special education can be very daunting for parents because it's such a complex system with many complicated parts. But I want you to know that you're not alone. That's why today I am going to have a heart to heart conversation with another parent who works in the field of special education about what it's like to have to navigate the system that we know well professionally, but now are in a situation where we have to navigate it from a personal standpoint - with our own children. Hear two heartfelt stories about the challenges faced and how these challenges were overcome. One of those heartfelt stories is my own. *EMAIL LIST*Click here to join my email list for more free content to help you on your parenting journey!or go to strongermindsstrongeryouth.com/jointhelist*REACH OUT & SHARE*Email me your stories to share with others parents just like you at  jessika@strongermindsstrongeryouth.com *CONNECT WITH ME ON SOCIAL MEDIA!!!* & *TAG ME IN YOUR STORIES!!!*#jessikashields or @strongermindsstrongeryouthGet Social to Stay Connected!!!Twitter: @Official_SMSYFB: @StrongerMindsStrongerYouthInstagram: @StrongerMindsStrongerYouthLinkedIn: http://www.linkedin.com/in/jessikashieldsTikTok: @Official_SMSYTo access more Podcast resources, visit strongermindsstrongeryouth.comThank you for listening!

In this episode, we are joined by four different educators from across our ESU network as they share about the work they do on behalf of the students and school systems that they serve in our state. The pod opens with a conversation about paraprofessionals with ESU 9's Joe Haney. Part two of the pod takes us to the ESU 4 region where Sally Scheiner explains the unique partnership between ESU 4 and NDE that supports the Nebraska Center for the Education of Children who are Blind or Visually Impaired. Part three features Jean Anderson of ESU 10 and Brittany Shackleton of ESU 2 as they explain Part C services, Part B services, and the supports that the ESU special services provide learners with special needs from birth to age 21.

Are African-American children or kids who aren't proficient at speaking English over-represented ina special education programs? Penn State Professor of Education & Demography and Director of Center for Educational Disparities Research Paul Morgan doesn't think so. His research concludes “that white children are more likely to be identified as having disabilities and to receive special … Continue reading "Is there a racial disparity between the children that are receiving special education services?"

The Greenfield Commonwealth Virtual School is a public school in Massachusetts that any K-12 student can choose to attend. In this school's model, a student's at-home learning coach (e.g., parent, grandparent) is an integral partner in the education process. Director of Special Education, Darlene Thorpe, describes the school's approach to online learning for students with diverse learning needs. GCVS initiated three innovative improvements this year; a new K-5 model with focused areas of support, a 9th-grade academy, and expansion of the school's hybrid approach with a new in-person support center for students and staff.

This episode is part 1 of a 3 part IEP vs 504 series about Special Education Services. This episode reviews:-What an Individualized Education Program (IEP) and 504 are;-The differences between an IEP and 504 plan; and-Future planning.This 3-part recorded vodcast/podcast series helps you understand the basics about IEPs, 504s, how to navigate common challenges, build solutions, and also features the perspective of a special education lawyer. Receiving a free and appropriate education is not only possible for children with disabilities; it is their right!This series is also available in video, watch the full series here: https://thinkchange.training/special-education-services-iep-vs-504-plans/

This episode is part 2 of a 3 part IEP vs 504 series about Special Education Services. This episode reviews:Episode 2: IEP vs. 504, what are the common issues and solutions?-How to request an IEP or 504;-Disability Type: Medical vs. Educational Diagnosis;-IEP goal changes as the child ages; -Extended School Year (ESY); -Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP); and-Accommodations.This 3-part recorded vodcast/podcast series helps you understand the basics about IEPs, 504s, how to navigate common challenges, build solutions, and also features the perspective of a special education lawyer. Receiving a free and appropriate education is not only possible for children with disabilities; it is their right!This series is also available in video, watch the full series here: https://thinkchange.training/special-education-services-iep-vs-504-plans/Resource mentioned in this episode: https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdesped/asd_guidelines

We are excited to bring you Inclusion 360, a special podcast series that with bring the inclusion discussion full circle. Inclusion 360 is the culminating event wrapping up our year of learning, exploring and implementing inclusionary best practices and diving deep into how to be an Inclusionary Leader. This work has been made possible by a generous grant from OSPI. Our AWSP Team has assembled some of the most dynamic, sought after inclusion experts in the country to bring you this special six-episode series. This podcast series with feature LeDerick Horne, Keith Jones, Dr. Lauren Katzman, Dr. Alfredo Artiles and Glenna Gallo. And that's not all, On May 10th, 2021, you can meet this amazing team of experts for a FREE live webinar. You do not want to miss this event, so go on to our website (https://awsp.org/professional-learning/training-conferences/inclusion-360) and register for the Inclusion 360 webinar. For now, enjoy this podcast series. Lauren Katzman, EdD. is the Executive Director of the Urban Collaborative and Associate Research Professor at Arizona State University. She is also an adjunct professor at the Harvard Graduate School of Education. Prior to this work, she served as the Assistant to the Superintendent for Special Education Services for the Newark Public Schools and the Executive director of special education in the New York City Department of Education. In both of these positions, she developed and led significant reform efforts, increasing academic achievement, inclusive educational and experiential options, reliable data management, and statutory/regulatory compliance. She worked to develop strong interdisciplinary partnerships between districts, states, universities, advocacy groups, and communities to build the foundation for deep and sustaining systemic reforms. Prior to these two high-level and demanding school district leadership positions, Dr. Katzman served as Associate Professor of Special Education at Boston University and co-authored the book Effective Inclusive Schools: Effective Inclusive Schools: Designing Successful Schoolwide Programs with Dr. Thomas Hehir, former Director of the Office of Special Education Programs at the U.S. Department of Education. She was also a special education teacher for 14 years in St. Louis, New Jersey, and New York City and has conducted program evaluations of the special education services for the District of Columbia Public Schools, the state of Massachusetts, Ithaca Public Schools, and the New York City Department of Education. Special Guest: Dr. Lauren Katzman.

Born and raised in Cleveland Ohio, Aimee has practiced law for 37 years. In 1998, Aimee began practicing special education law, supporting children with special needs and their families. Aimee co-founded Special Education Services (SES) in 2001, a non-profit agency whose mission was to help families understand their children’s special education needs and legal rights, as well as to educate parents and provide technical assistance. After eight years of working for Special Education Services, Aimee went back into private practice, continuing to focus on special education law. Aimee is actively involved in due process hearings and federal court proceedings on a variety special education matters.  As the parent of a child with autism, Aimee knows first hand the challenges that parents face and is dedicated to helping them navigate the system in order to best serve their child’s needs. Aimee is the author of the “Lighter Side of Special Education” articles which have appeared online for a number of years.  You can contact Aimee via her firm: agilman@idealaw.org ***************************************** To purchase my book “Welcome to My Life – A Personal Parenting Journey Through Autism” click HERE or visit Amazon.com. You can easily stay connected to the Living the Sky Life podcast and me in various ways.  Please visit my website www.lauriehellmann.com for all the links. I'd love to hear what you think, so if listening on the Apple platform, please leave a written review and rating of the podcast!  If you are interested in being a guest on an episode of Living the Sky Life, please contact me!

The support page https://www.facebook.com/groups/286013699813344/. Virgina and Evan Schiff speak about their experiences with having a special education child that is not receiving all the services as required by law. A support group created by parents has over 60 individuals supporting each other to find a solution through advocacy and possibly, lawsuits. Consider supporting this podcast https://anchor.fm/rafael-vazquez7 --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/rafael-vazquez7/support

Episode 73: Special Education Services Across The World With Guest Jodi Samuels In this episode, we discuss schooling across two continents for children with special needs. Jodi Samuel’s daughter Caila first began schooling in NYC schools, where she was provided with extensive services through the state. She was lucky in that all of her therapies were provided to her during the school day. She attended school in an open-minded community and accepting school. When Caila was 6, Jodi and her husband debated whether to move to NY suburbs vs Israel. In the end, they chose to move to Israel. They had very little time to pack their bags and move to Israel. Jodi did not speak Hebrew, and teachers did not speak English. To communicate, she used the assistance of Google Translate, friends, neighbors, and her older children. Meetings with teachers and administrators was challenging. Since her daughter started school in Israel at such a young age, they immediately had to start looking for school for the following year. After the first year, finding schooling was challenging, because the first school they tried was a poor fit. Jodi had to go through 11 schools before one school finally accepted Caila. Jodi plans to bring in a consultant when looking for high schools for Caila to help her find choices and figure out what their rights are. School has become more difficult due to speech, cognitive, and language delay, more homework, and learning a new language. As she gets older, Caila spends less time in an inclusion class, depending on where she is educationally with that subject.   In Israel, Caila has an IEP, but does not receive many services in school. She has an in-school shadow 25 hours per week. Her private insurance pays for her other therapies, as schools in Israel tend not to believe in additional services within the school system unless a child is in a self-contained classroom. Due to this, Jodi had to become the CEO of Caila’s intervention team. She had to do a lot more driving Caila to therapies and she had to begin guiding everyone on Caila’s team.   Although Caila adjusted very quickly, socialization has been more difficult for Caila due to the way families and neighborhoods are set up. Although there has been no bullying, she has been excluded by a lot of peers.   Jodi has found that resources are much more limited in Israel. Finding therapies for Caila was easier than finding schooling, since they had already been using services from those places before they even moved to Israel. She found that social support networks have been key for learning valuable information about finding services for her daughter. She also discovered that natural born Israelis felt that people not from there expect too much and complain a lot and so therapists and staff tend not to communicate with parents much about the children.   To cope with being the coordinator of everything for Caila, Jodi recommends coffee and red wine. Find what gives you a boost and an outlet. She noted that creating a support network is mandatory, including a local, someone who speaks the language, other parents, and pioneers in that area. Don’t be scared to ask people for help. Utilize services from advocacy groups. Search for and use all the resources you can find. Use social media for your benefit. Use concierge services upon moving to a new country. Use consultants when you need them. Guest Links: Website  Facebook  Instagram  LinkedIn  Chutzpah, Wisdom, and Wine: The Journey of an Unstoppable Woman    Email us if you have any questions or ideas!  We are now on instagram!  Check out updates on our website.  Follow Thriving on Twitter. Check us out on Facebook!  We are also on Pinterest!  Please subscribe to our podcast in the iTunes store, or wherever you find your podcasts, Leave us a 5 star review, to help us know what you like and what you don't like, and to make sure other like-minded people find support through this podcast. Show Music: Intro Outro: Intro Outro 2 by Mattias Lahoud under CC-BY 3.0 License (www.freesound.org) Theme Song: 90s rock style by monkeyman535 under CC-BY 3.0 License (www.freesound.org) Self Care Song: Green and Orange No Water by Duncan Alex under CC-BY 3.0 License (www.freesound.org) Hosted by: Jessica Temple and Lewis Temple Disclaimer: Our show is not designed to provide listeners with specific or personal legal, medical, or professional services or advice. Parents of children with health issues should always consult their health care provider for medical advice, medication, or treatment. Copyright 2021 Jessica and Lewis Temple

We have been very fortunate to become friends with Heather Cacioppo and and Lauren Larsen over the past few months. We had them on separately to talk about working with our students who receive Special Education Services and we were thrilled when they mentioned the idea of them coming on together. In part 1 of this conversation we get an update from them on how the fall semester of 2020 has gone for them. We hope you'll take a listen to their experiences and how they are balancing all the priorities that this year has brought. Learn more about Heather at https://fullspedahead.com/ Learn more about Lauren at http://structuredspecialed.com/ Follow us on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/valueaddsvalue/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/itskylekrueger/?hl=en https://www.instagram.com/its.wil.law.iii/?hl=en Follow us on Twitter: https://twitter.com/itskylekrueger https://twitter.com/its_wil_law_iii Find us on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/valueaddsvalue Check out our Youtube Channel! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCQ7hVS9BqW0OFOO5SFKxydA --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/valueaddsvalue/support

Dr. Kelly J. Grillo, is an award-winning educator who has served Special Education and Educational Justice for over two decades. Currently, Dr. Grillo is a coordinator of Special Education Services for Cooperative School Services. Dr. Grillo has served as a member of the AIM-AT-UDL Florida State oversight Committee, on the Florida Council for Exceptional Children (CEC) State board for and as the Education Director of Mills Aviation Charities. Dr. Grillo is on the Leadership Development Committee for the International Council for Exceptional Children and newly announced board members on the Indiana Branch of the International Dyslexia Association, and IN*SOURCE Parent Resource Network. Most recently, Dr. Grillo is the International CEC Teacher of the Year 2020. She holds other esteemed awards including, 2019 International Division of Learning Disabilities Teacher of the Year and in 2018 she was named the Florida CEC Teacher of Year. Having been a student with a significant learning difference, Dr. Grillo expresses that a highlight to her career is being a nominee in Washington as a STEM Champion for Change in 2010. Dr. Grillo has numerous publications, conference presentations, and awards. Dr. Grillo is a national advocate for persons with Learning Disabilities so that she herself can accept her own disability and champion the success of others despite her Dyslexic mother, Gloria J. Grillo, never having learned to read. Follow her on Twitter @kellygrillo. .

  The Evidence-to-Impact Collaborative Podcast is offering a new series called The Pandemic Perspective, where we examine how the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic and various aspects of our society, institutions, and other systems have collided, changed, and even collapsed in the last nine months. For the first episode of this series, we spoke with three experts about how the delivery of educational services for children with disabilities and the greater education system has changed since the beginning of the year, as well as how we can incorporate lessons learned into the future. The discussion stems from a May 2020 blog post from the Social Science Research Institute's “Insights from the Experts” COVID-19 blog series. Our guests include Carole Clancy, Director of the Bureau of Special Education for the Pennsylvania Department of Education; Paul Morgan, Professor of Education and Demography in the Department of Education Policy Studies and Director of the Center for Educational Disparities Research (CEDR) at Penn State; and Adrienne Woods, CEDR Postdoctoral Research Scholar in the Department of Education Policy Studies at Penn State.   Resources for Teachers, Families, and School Administrators Pennsylvania Department of Education (PDE) Bureau of Special Education for the Pennsylvania Department of Education Pennsylvania Training and Technical Assistance Network (PaTTAN) Council for Exceptional Children National Center for Learning Disabilities Transcript for the episode is available here.

In this episode Lisa Wayman, Deputy Principal of Mackay West State School and Tracey Dolzan, Head of Special Education Services discuss Early Year Transitions

It’s been eight weeks since the school year began, and Seattle Public Schools has just started offering in-person services for students in special education. One student started this week and the district plans to expand that to 65 children.

Russ Greenspan is the CTO at PresenceLearning, which is the leading provider of live online clinical education-related services for K12 students, with over 2.5 million online teletherapy sessions happen up to this day. Visit www.cleevio.com if you're interested to build a digital product.

Esther Whitehead shares in this interview about Neurodiversity.  We also find out about her life story and find out about her childhood and decision to move to New Zealand, how she got involved in Neurodiversity and what it is that we mean when talking about that term.  In particular, what changes might be needed to expand our conversation?  I really enjoyed my conversation with Esther and am sure you will as well.  It is one of 200+ so be sure to check out some of the others at www.theseeds.nz  Dyslexia Foundation of NZ: https://www.dyslexiafoundation.org.nz/about.html Earlier episode about Dyslexia as superpower https://seeds.libsyn.com/dyslexia-as-superpower-with-geoff-bone Bio: Esther comes from a teaching background having taught primary, secondary, and adult students with learning differences in a variety of schools and workplace settings in several countries. Her passion is equity and diversity in learning, and Esther acts as a change-agent - leading professional development in these domains, particularly in workplace settings. She has worked as an independent educator and director of Education Centres in NZ, providing literacy and numeracy tutoring for students in consultation with parents, schools and Special Education Services. Esther manages the DFNZ and works closely with MoE and NZQA on select committees to address necessary changes in the system. Email esther.whitehead@4d.org.nz

As school kicks off remotely in much of the Puget Sound region, one big question is what kind of in-person services will be offered to students with special needs. It’s a pressing topic for many parents, especially if their children require a full-time instructional aide.

Welcome to Prolific Educators Podcast During this episode, I am interviewing Hollie Hawkins, a parent that has children within the Sped program. She gives her insight into what she thinks and feels about the services her children have received.  This episode provides educators and parents a window into what a parent goes through who has a child with a learning disability. I know you will learn a lot from this episode. Thanks for listening,

Trina Smith discusses IEP's and how the Clayton County School District is working to ensure that families are well-equipped to handle virtual learning during the COVID-19 pandemic. Ms. Smith is the Director of the Exceptional Students Department for Clayton County Schools, which support and serves students with disabilities through providing appropriate instructional supports and services for a free, appropriate public education as appropriate for student progress.From the Department website:The Department of Exceptional Students is proud of the support available for providing high quality education to meet the individual needs of students ages three through twenty-one who are eligible for special education and related services according to the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). Our Department is committed to our stakeholders, which is demonstrated in our positive partnerships with families which enable students to reach their full academic potential. A full continuum of services and resources are available to meet the unique need of students with disabilities. Supports range from less restrictive to more restrictive environments, depending on the specific needs of the student. The department also supports schools in ensuring students with disabilities appropriately access the Georgia Performance Standards and provide specialized instruction as determined necessary by the Individualized Education Plan (IEP) plan. Additionally, the department assists in the assessment process for determining special education eligibility. In collaboration with students, schools, families, and the community, the Department of Special Education assists students with disabilities in increasing academic performance and enhancing post-secondary options.Services provided through the Department of Exceptional Students include (but are not limited to):Develop, review, and implement the Individualized Education Program (IEP) plansProvide a continuum of service supports to assist students in the general education curriculum in a variety of waysConduct educational testing and determine eligibility for special education services in conjunction with the Department of Psychological ServicesLead and Facilitate Professional Development related to needs of teachers and studentsAccommodate and Modify Instruction according to IEP needsPresent educational information to students through Specially Designed Instructional support servicesFacilitate parent outreach and educate and support familiesProvide opportunities for student engagement in the community through programs, work training, and athletic and extracurricular assistanceOffer specialized preschool Special Education Services through a continuum of supportReview and provide specialized supports for autism, behavior, speech, occupational and physical therapy and many other specialized service areasTrain teachers and support staff to provide medical support services as neededProvide and maintain adaptive equipment as neededUtilize, provide, and train students, teachers, and parents on a variety of appropriate Assistive Technology resources

This episode of the Making Afterschool Cool podcast explores the start-up of the 2020-2021 school year. Many are wondering what will the new year look like. This is particularly true for families with students in special education who need additional support. To speak on this topic is guest Sharaya Hill. Sharaya is a certified special education educator and the host of the podcast Sped Street.    During this podcast you will learn about: The purpose for creating the Sped street podcast  How to combat negative stereotypes about special education  How to reduce parental anxiety about having a studenteligible for special education services  The controversy surrounding the number of children of color diagnosed as in need of special education services  The information parents and school staff should provide afterschool staff regarding their students’ special education needs How out-of-school time programs assist in providing services for special education   Guest Sharaya Hill is a special education teacher hailing from Houston, Texas.  After graduating from Howard University with a Bachelor's in Psychology, she ventured to Spain where she taught impoverished children for a year. Upon her return the United States she was a behavior therapists for children with autism before stepping into her current role as a early childhood special education teacher. In May, Sharaya  graduated from the University of North Texas with her Master's in Special Education. She is the host of the Sped Street podcast where she celebrates those who are differently abled and gives others tools and resources to bridge the gap between neurotypical and atypical persons. Sped Street can be found on all major podcasting platforms.   Resources  Sped Street podcast ‎Sped Street on Apple Podcasts  A space for families of persons with special needs  Harris County Department of Education https://hcde-texas.org   CASE for Kids https://hcde-texas.org/afterschool-zone

We chat with a multiple disabilities teacher and parent of a first grader and learn about their tag-team efforts to continue education during the school shut down.

For many students with disabilities, school closure has been a major setback. That’s because in addition to regular classes, these students get extra support - anything from tutoring to help walking and eating. And as NHPR’s Sarah Gibson reports, many families are wondering when their kids can resume these services in person.

In this powerful episode, Mike Robinson, Founder, Global Cannabinoid Research Center, Cancer Survivor, Cannabis Advocate AND former registered Civil Rights lobbyist and non attorney that represented countless disabled children, discusses what's happened with Special Education services under a provision of the coronavirus relief package and why it's important to take action. Under A provision of the coronavirus relief package that passed at the end of March, Betsy DeVos had until Monday to recmmmend any additional waivers of federal education law to Congress. Already, states have been able to apply for waivers to skip annual tests and change how they spend certain federal education dollars. She issues no waivers. NO STATE has been given the authority to NOT educate special education individuals in the same manner they would regular education individuals or to make the same allowances, as per the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA). https://edsource.org/2020/education-and-coronavirus-whats-the-latest/625119 Education and the coronavirus crisis: What’s the latest? Under the federal Individuals With Disabilities Education Act, or IDEA, school districts must offer all students an equitable education or they are not supposed to offer it to any of them. Not many school systems have come up with a way to extend online learning and other critical services to the 7 million children with disabilities across the country. And some districts, because they cannot provide special education services at home, aren’t offering online instruction to any student. Now, there is tension between groups that advocate for these students — who each have an Individualized Education Program or IEP — and organizations that represent special education administrators. The advocates are demanding that school districts deliver education equitably, as the law requires, while administrators say they cannot do the same things they did when schools were open and need some flexibility. Education Secretary Betsy DeVos won’t recommend giving school districts the option to bypass major parts of federal special education law, the department announced Monday. The move will be celebrated by disability rights advocates, who had feared that giving districts any wiggle room could pave the way for a more permanent undoing of civil rights for the country’s nearly 7 million students with disabilities. https://www.chalkbeat.org/2020/4/27/21239124/no-special-education-waivers-betsy-devos-congress-recommendations-idea To file a complaint with OCR: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/docs/howto.html Questions: https://www2.ed.gov/about/offices/list/ocr/qa-complaints.html Thank you Mike Robinson for your advocacy and education on this crucial action that can and should be taken by any and all for whom special education services have been stymied or non existent. Mike's Links: https://mikesmedicines.com https://genevievesdream.com https://globalcannabinoidrc.com https://carouselchallenge.com To contact Mike about the MILLION MILLIGRAM CBD GIVEAWAY: 50KREASONS@GMAIL.COM For more information on "Mike Drops" stay tuned and check out https://tsctalks.com/tsc-talks-new-product/ For The Mike Drop on TSC Talks: https://tsctalks.com/special-contributor-mike-robinson/the-mike-drop/

We chat with a multiple disabilities teacher and parent of a first grader and learn about their tag-team efforts to continue education during the school shut down.

In this episode of Real Talk, attorneys Susan Stone and Kristina Supler discuss the potential impact of the CARES Act on special education services. The act directs Secretary of Education Betsy DeVos to provide Congress with a list of waivers of certain provisions of federal statutes regarding providing special education services to children. Susan and Kristina explore the potential consequences of these waivers, which could mean significant regression for students already struggling during this time of distance learning due to COVID-19 coronavirus.

Special Education & Special Need Students during the Shelter In Place......what should parents do and expect during these uncertain times regarding school, services etc...... Rich Fernandez talks with Special Education Teacher & Administrator Herman Wilson where the discuss and share some guidelines and ideas. List of Companies Offering Helpful Learning Services: https://docs.google.com/spreadsheets/d/191Q1ouxlWhsDGzMP6RcemE8_fGzenEQQet2pq1KbW4A/edit?usp=sharing TAKE ACTION.....STEP UP TO THE CHALLENGE & subscribe to the show and while you are there hitting the subscribe button go ahead and leave a review while you are listening! You can find us on the following: iTunes Google Play Spotify Stitcher Visit us at our website:  www.stepuptochallenges.com THANKS!  TAKE ACTION & STEP UP TO CHALLENGES IN YOUR LIFE!  

MCEC Master Parent Educators Katja and Susan talk about IEP’s and 504 Plans and share tips on “must know” information when moving with a military child with exceptional needs.    This podcast features an exert from our MCEC Parent to Parent webinar, Transitioning Schools with Children with Exceptional Needs. If you want to participate in the full training and download the resource click on this link:  https://events-na5.adobeconnect.com/content/connect/c1/968319730/en/events/event/private/1825780098/1843701586/event_registration.html?connect-session=na5breez433awpdssb9c8qdq&sco-id=2253525988&_charset_=utf-8   Special Needs Parent Toolkit Birth to 18 at https://www.militaryonesource.mil/products#!/detail/146 (Section 504) 28 CFR Sec. 36.104 https://www.ada.gov/regs2010/titleIII_2010/titleIII_2010_regulations.htm#a104 For more information on the Interstate Compact, SEC. 5.103 Special Education Services, check http://www.mic3.net/assets/rules-2018-revised-9-nov--2018.pdf and watch our recorded webinar on the Interstate Compact at www.militarychild.org/webinars Military Student Transition Consultant (MSTC):  https://www.militarychild.org/programs/military-student-transition-consultants-affiliate-msta School Liaison Officer (SLO): https://www.dodea.edu/Partnership/schoolLiaisonOfficers.cfm DoDEA: https://www.dodea.edu/curriculum/specialeduc/index.cfm   This podcast was made possible because of the generous support from the Wounded Warrior Project.

IMPROVING STUDENT ACCESS TO SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES VIA TELE-THERAPY : For years I have been watching the growth of an amazing service company to education, PresenceLearning  , a company which has successfully worked with hundreds of thousands of children in school districts in certain fields of special ed. If you don't know PresenceLearning, you should. Listen to Kristin Martinez, our guest today, their  Head of Clinical Standards and Outreach.

IMPROVING STUDENT ACCESS TO SPECIAL EDUCATION SERVICES VIA TELE-THERAPY : For years I have been watching the growth of an amazing service company to education, PresenceLearning  , a company which has successfully worked with hundreds of thousands of children in school districts in certain fields of special ed. If you don't know PresenceLearning, you should. Listen to Kristin Martinez, our guest today, their  Head of Clinical Standards and Outreach.

INCLUDEnyc’s Kpana Kpoto interviews Oroma Mpi-Reynolds, education lawyer, parent, and former Special Education Settlements & Claims Attorney at the New York City Department of Education. This conversation explores the impact of race, culture, and socioeconomic status on special education and the racial disparities in identification and discipline. Listen as they discuss the inequities in the special education system and how to ensure appropriate referrals and high-quality supports and services despite them.

0:00 - 0:53 intro 0:53 - 2:36 LD 930: An Act To Give Maine Schools Additional Options To Make Up Missed School Days 2:36 - 4:33 LD 1024: An Act To Destigmatize Mental Illness through Health Instruction That Emphasizes the Relationship between Physical and Mental Health in Schools 4:33 - 6:12 LD 576: Resolve, Directing the Department of Education To Study and Develop an Online Learning Platform for Students and Educators 6:12 - 7:41 LD 858: Resolve, Directing the Department of Education To Study and Make Recommendations Relating to School Safety and Security 7:41 - 9:12 LD 388: An Act To Recognize Employee Background Checks Conducted for Out-of-state Schools Eligible for Maine Tuition Assistance 9:12 - 11:28 LD 944: An Act To Ban Native American Mascots in All Public Schools 11:28 - 13:06 LD 651: Resolve, To Facilitate School Access to Federal Title I Funds and Improve the Delivery of Special Education Services 13:06 - 14:19 LD 1010: Resolve, Directing the Department of Education To Develop a Model School Disciplinary Policy 14:19 - end LD 345: An Act To Help New Teachers To Succeed

Jean C. Robertson, Chief of Special Education Services, Chief of Special Education Services, San Francisco Unified School District. Series: "Developmental Disabilities Update" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 34660]

Jean C. Robertson, Chief of Special Education Services, Chief of Special Education Services, San Francisco Unified School District. Series: "Developmental Disabilities Update" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 34660]

Jean C. Robertson, Chief of Special Education Services, Chief of Special Education Services, San Francisco Unified School District. Series: "Developmental Disabilities Update" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 34660]

Jean C. Robertson, Chief of Special Education Services, Chief of Special Education Services, San Francisco Unified School District. Series: "Developmental Disabilities Update" [Health and Medicine] [Education] [Professional Medical Education] [Show ID: 34660]

Matt and Matt preview the bills up for public hearings on March 4 and March 6.0:00 - 0:50 intros0:50 - 1:35 LD 405 "An Act to Increase the Statewide Minimum Salary for Teachers"1:35 - 3:15 LD 419 "An Act to Require a Minimum Salary of $50,000 for Public School Teachers"3:15 - 15:08 LD 898 "An Act to Provide for a Professional Wage and Support for New Educators"15:08 - 19:10 LD 484 "Resolve, To Establish a Maine State High School Diploma"19:10 - 24:15 LD 502 "An Act to Establish the Summer Success Program Fund"24:15 - 26:45 LD 136 "An Act to Establish a Special Education Circuit Breaker Reimbursement Program"26:45 - 30:56 LD 651 "An Act to Facilitate School Access to Federal Title I Funds and Improve the Delivery of Special Education Services"30:56 - 31:45 LD 791 "An Act to Provide School Districts with Full State Funding for Students with High-cost Special Education Needs"31:45 - 34:11 LD 852 "An Act to Enhance the Coordination of Benefits, Assessments and Expansion of Continuing Education Programs for Young Adults with Disabilities after High School"34:11 - 34:32 LD 587 "An Act to Require Career Options Education for High School Students"34:32 - 34:58 LD 654 "An Act Regarding Instruction in Civics in Secondary Schools"34:58 - end LD 882 "Resolve, To Require the Examination of the System of Learning Results"

The Saturday Edition Chapter 1 External Investigator The Right Move For B.C. Legislature Guest:  Kris Sims, BC Director Canadian Taxpayers Federation Chapter 2 Jody Wilson-Raybould and SNC Lavalin Guest: Kyla Lee, Lawyer with Acumen Law Chapter 3 Why should any family have to spend their personal money to get their child the necessary supports and special education services in a private school Guest: Glen Hansman, President of BCTF, the union representing BC's public school teachers

Heather Calomese, Executive Director of Special Education Services for the Illinois State Board of Education, speaks to IASA Associate Director Dr. Rich Voltz about changes in how funding for IDEA and preschool will be distributed. This podcast is sponsored by American Fidelity. Consider American Fidelity for a different opinion on employer benefit solutions for education.

As we all know, having a child with special needs may require a lot of effort at home and a ton of effort working with schools to ensure your son or daughter is receiving the services they need.

Join host Amy Zellmer as she chats with Joy Kiefrer Joy Kieffer is a lifelong educator, Bachelor of Science in Education from university of Wisconsin- Eau Claire, Masters Degree in Special Education from Mankato State University, Sixth Year Certification in Education Administration from University of Minnesota- Mankato. She taught in general education and special education from 1979- 1989, and worked as a Special Education Coordinator and then as a Director of Special Education Services until she retired in 2015 (to care for and serve as guardian/conservator her son who sustained a traumatic brain injury.)   Currently, Joy Kieffer is the Employment Services Manager in the Twin Cities marker for Mind Shift, a 501©3 providing sustaining employment for individuals on the Autism Spectrum. Joy Kieffer taught in Boscobel, WI, Cornell, Wi, Austin, MN, and Owatonna, MN, She served in school administration in Owatonna, MN and Buffalo, MN. She has two remaining children- Erica Ash Gibson in Kentucky and Connor Martin, student at Marian University in Wisonsin. Her son Kevin Ash passed away on January 15, 2017 from complications due to Chrontic Traumatic Encephalopathy resulting from exposures to blasts during his three tours of duty from 2003-2012. Watch the full 60 minutes segment here: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/scientists-seek-veterans-for-final-act-of-service/ and the overtime segment here: https://www.cbsnews.com/news/scientists-seek-veterans-for-final-act-of-service/ Episode sponsored by: Minnesota Functional Neurology: Center for Brain Health

A few years ago, a public outcry forced schools to re-examine their use of seclusion and restraints among students. This hour, we have a conversation with the Office of the Child Advocate about the use of restraints and seclusion in schools. We also hear from a parent of a developmentally disabled student about the challenges she faces in her child's public school education.Support the show: http://wnpr.org/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Erika and Pam talk about referring for special education services.