Collaborative Partners

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson is joined by Shayla Pratt, Director of Counseling Services. Ashley starts by asking Shayla about herself  (00:40).   Later, they have a conversation centered around: Elementary Services  (4:10) Middle School Services  (7:24) High School Services  (10:26)   The Difference Between Student Family Support Team (SFST) and Outside Counseling...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson is joined by Christina Lane, New Hope High School Principal, to discuss the services at their unique school. Ashley starts by asking Christina about herself  (00:38).   Later, they have a conversation centered around: What Makes New Hope High School a Unique School?  (1:37) What Supports are Available to Students?  (2:55) The Applicati...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson is joined by Dr. Erika Cruz, Early College High School Principal, to discuss the services at their unique school. Ashley starts by asking Erika about herself  (00:41).   Later, they have a conversation centered around: What is Early College High School  (3:46) The Application Process  (5:30) The ECHS Experience  (7:36)   Students Serve...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson welcomes back Angela Meade, Behavior Specialist for a conversation around the ARD . Ashley and Angela jump into a conversation centered around:   Parent's Role in the ARD Process  (1:11) Who Can Come to the ARD  (4:46) Tabling the ARD  (9:40)   Advice for Families  (13:35) Disagreement Process  (15:54) Resources Preparing for Your...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson is joined by Nikki Carroll from Hisle Elementary School to discuss the supports in our Structured Learning Environment (SLE) classrooms.. Ashley starts by asking Nikki  about herself  (00:46).   Later, they have a conversation centered around: Structured Learning Environment (SLE)  (1:54) A Day in a SLE Classroom  (2:28) Common Parent...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson, is joined by Justin Pine, Denise Geiger Compass Center Principal to discuss the services at their unique school. Ashley starts by asking Justin a little about himself  (00:43).   Later, they have a conversation centered around: Opening a New Campus  (4:00) What are 18+ Services ?    (7:11) A Day in the Life of an 18+ Student   (10:22)...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson, is joined by a few members of the Destination...Life Steering Committee, Denise Geiger, Will Renfro, and Candy Squilla for a conversation all about Destination…Life and why it matters for families. The Destination…Life Transition Conference is designed to support Texas families as they prepare their students with disabilities for life...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson, is joined by Angela Meade, Behavior Specialist for a conversation around her journey parenting a child with special needs and finding the voice to advocate for him. Ashley starts by asking Angela to share a little about herself  (00:41).   Later, they have a conversation centered around: The First IEP Meeting  (4:23) Ask Those Questio...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson, is joined by Daniel Runnels, SPED Behavior Coach for a conversation around understanding communication through behavior. Ashley starts by asking Daniel to share a little about himself (00:43).   Later, they have a conversation centered around: Common Misconceptions About Behavior  (4:26) What Are Students Communication Through Behavio...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson, is joined by Carrie Carey and Sarah Osbourne, Special Programs Coordinators for a conversation about understanding Dyslexia and related disorders.  Ashley starts by asking Carrie Carey and Sarah to share a little about themselves  (00:40).  Later, they have a conversation centered around: What is Dyslexia?  (0:40) At Home Intervention...

This Collaborative Partners podcast series provides a platform to continue the discussion around supporting our Special Programs families and enhancing educational experiences for every student. Our goal is to bring together voices and insights that empower families and foster collaboration among key stakeholders in the journey toward a meaningful future. Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liai...

This Collaborative Partners podcast series provides a platform to continue the discussion around supporting our Special Programs families and enhancing educational experiences for every student. Our goal is to bring together voices and insights that empower families and foster collaboration among key stakeholders in the journey toward a meaningful future. Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liai...

This Collaborative Partners podcast series provides a platform to continue the discussion around supporting our Special Programs families and enhancing educational experiences for every student. Our goal is to bring together voices and insights that empower families and foster collaboration among key stakeholders in the journey toward a meaningful future. Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liai...

This Collaborative Partners podcast series provides a platform to continue the discussion around supporting our Special Programs families and enhancing educational experiences for every student. Our goal is to bring together voices and insights that empower families and foster collaboration among key stakeholders in the journey toward a meaningful future. Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liai...

This Collaborative Partners podcast series provides a platform to continue the discussion around supporting our Special Programs families and enhancing educational experiences for every student. Our goal is to bring together voices and insights that empower families and foster collaboration among key stakeholders in the journey toward a meaningful future. Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liai...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson, is joined by Coordinator of Evaluation and Related Services, Mary Beth Pinnell, for an informative conversation about the special education evaluation process, related services, and how families can navigate important conversations and collaborate with their child’s support team. Ashley starts by asking   Mary Beth   to share a little...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson, is joined by Special Education Early Childhood Coordinator Erica Metcalf for an engaging conversation about early childhood education services and how families can create meaningful learning experiences at home. Ashley starts by asking  Erica to share a little about herself and her roles in the  district   (00:46).  Later, Ashley and...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson is joined by Area Superintendent, Paul Johnson for an insightful conversation on fostering campus collaboration and building strong support networks to help families plan for the future. Ashley starts by asking Paul to share a little about himself and his roles in the  district   (00:52).  Later, Ashley and Paul  have a conversation ce...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson is joined by Assistive Technology Specialist, Cici Fritts to talk about the supports available for families. Cici starts by asking Ashley to share a little about herself and her role in the district  (00:44).  Later, Cici and Ashley have a conversation centered around: What Questions are Parents Asking?  (4:26) Advice for Parents Feeli...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson  is joined by Child Find Coordinator, Monica Kaloustian to discuss Child Find Ashley starts by asking Monica to share a little about herself and her role in the district    (00:35).  Later, Ashley and Monica have a conversation centered around: Child Find   ( 01:46) Parent Questions  (3:27) Student Involvement in Meetings  (7:24) Ways...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson  is joined by Lead Speech Language Pathologist, Jenny Blackmon to discuss speech services. Ashley starts by asking Jenny to share a little about herself and her role in the district    (00:35).  Later, Ashley and Jenny have a conversation centered around: Speech Pathologist in the School Setting  ( 01:23) The Difference between School...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson  is joined by 504 Coordinator, Angela Patrick to discuss supports for our students served under Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973. Ashley starts by asking Angela to share a little about herself and her role in the district    (00:35).  Later, Ashley and Angela have a conversation centered around: Understanding Section 504 o...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson is joined by Senior Transition Coordinator, Denise Geiger to discuss transition support and services. Ashley starts by asking Denise to share a little about herself and her role in the district (00:41).  Later, Ashley and Denise have a conversation centered around: LISD Transition History ( 02:06) Parent Questions  (05:45) SELF 18+ Ser...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison Ashley Anderson is joined by Behavior Specialist Bonnie White to discuss behavioral supports available for students. Ashley starts by asking Bonnie to share a little about herself  (00:36)  . Later, Ashley and Bonnie have a conversation centered around: ( 03:22) Student Successes   (05:21) Parent Questions  (06:29) Requesting an Evaluation for Services...

Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison Ashley Anderson is joined by Low Incidence Disability Coordinator Lisa Robertson to discuss Special Programs resources and ways to connect with your community. Ashley starts by asking Lisa to share a little about her backstory as a person and a professional  (00:40) . Later, Ashley and Lisa have a conversation centered around: (14:29) Ways for Families...