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Don't miss: https://adayinourshoes.com/book/ Welcome back to “Don’t IEP Alone” with Lisa Lightner, your go-to podcast for all things IEPs and special education advocacy. In today’s episode, Lisa dives into a whirlwind week packed with high-profile statements, policy updates, and a Supreme Court case that could have far-reaching implications for families of children with disabilities. Lisa bre...

Welcome back to Don’t IEP Alone, your go-to podcast for real talk about IEPs, advocacy, and navigating the world of special education. I’m your host, Lisa Lightner, and in today’s episode, I’m catching you up on some big updates—like the release of my very first book coming out this October (and yes, you can already pre-order it!). I dig into what it’s really like working as an advocate, juggling...

An unfortunate trend I see every spring as a Special Education Advocate--the school frequently calling parents to come pick up their child. Usually due to behaviors. So what can you do? Listen and find out. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

This happens so often this time of year and it makes me nuts. You cannot discriminate against any protected class, yet kids with IEPs are excluded from field trips all the time. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Too many parents don't know what a PWN is, yet it is one of the most important parts of the IEP process . I call it the "little known game changer" in the IEP process. Listen to find out what it is and how to use it.  Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

All of your rights as an IEP parent are listed in Procedural Safeguards. Here are a few of the important highlights. IEP Procedural Safeguards Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Parents ask me all the time, "Can I ask for this?" or "What about this?"  So what can you ask for on an IEP? What are the limits?  Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

When you're crying during an IEP meeting, chances are you're not feeling strong and empowered. I'm sharing some great tips on how to not cry at your IEP meeting . Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Content mentioned in episode:  IEP vs 504: What’s the Same? And Which is Better to Have? In this episode, Lisa addresses significant changes within the US Department of Education and the impact these could have on IDEA and Section 504, including legal battles and personnel changes at the Office of Civil Rights. She explores the pros and cons of IEPs versus 504 plans, highlighting the importance of...

Would you like to have your IEP questions answered by a Special Education Advocate? You can email them to me at Lisa @ ADayInOurShoes.com Plus, an update on my son. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Honestly, I haven't stressed out about an IEP meeting in years. Years, I tell you! Here's why. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Who attends an IEP Meeting ? Who can you invite? Who should you invite? Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Links: 15 Evidence-Based Social Skills Interventions That Actually Work in IEPs 101 Social Skills IEP Goals for all Ages, including Objectives (free PDF) Join host Lisa Lightner as she navigates the evolving landscape of podcasts and embraces the simplicity of an unedited, heartfelt conversation. In this episode, Lisa emphasizes the importance of returning to IEP-focused content amidst the current...

Did you hear? It's Autism Awareness Month. Also read: Ableism: Why autism moms need to stop doing stuff like this. AND Well-intended Autism Awareness Materials that are actually ableist. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

I get asked this a lot. "What's one piece of advice that you have for parents?" Well, it's more than one thing, but I was able to pare it down into tangible tips. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Thanks so much for tuning into my simple little podcast about IEPs. I promise to get it cleaned up and a regular content schedule--starting next week. Links to flash sale: https://adayinourshoes.org/advocacy-training-flash-sale/ Link to advocacy action items: https://adayinourshoes.com/administration-for-community-living-acl/ Don't IEP Alone with Lisa Lightner, Special Education Advocate Thank you...

Sorry, this episode cuts off abruptly for some reason, and I don't have time to re record it today. Links to flash sale: https://adayinourshoes.org/advocacy-training-flash-sale/ Welcome back to "Don't IEP Alone" with your host, Lisa Lightner. It's April 1st, and we've got a jam-packed episode for you, beginning with an exciting announcement. In honor of April Fool&apo...

Links to flash sale: https://adayinourshoes.org/advocacy-training-flash-sale/ Link to advocacy action items: https://adayinourshoes.com/administration-for-community-living-acl/ Welcome to a special Monday edition of the "Don't IEP Alone" podcast with your host, Lisa Lightner. On this episode, Lisa dives into pressing issues in the advocacy world, starting with an urgent flash sale o...

Discussed in episode: The End of the Department of Education? What Parents and Teachers Need to Know Now That link includes action items for parents and teachers. Welcome to another episode of "Don't IEP Alone" with your host Lisa Lightner. In today's episode, Lisa addresses the widespread concerns of parents navigating the potential impacts of recent political changes on speci...

In today's episode of "Don't IEP Alone," host and special education advocate Lisa Lightner dives into a critical topic she's been passionate about for months—the truth behind the role of the United States Department of Education and the misleading narratives around state control over public education.  Lisa sheds light on the General Education Provisions Act (GEPA) of 1974...

Welcome to a brand new episode of "Don't IEP Alone" with your host, Lisa Lightner. Today, we're diving into a significant court case involving the General Education Provisions Act (GEPA) from 1974 that the new administration recently lost. This case underscores the vital role states play in determining educational curriculum and the longstanding prohibition on federal overreach...

This is one of the most important parts of the IEP...so make it great. I'm offering tips on how to write your best EVER parent concerns letter for your IEP . Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Why did {the school} do that? Why? Answering this age old question. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

It's the time of year when you should be making plans for summer ESY. Here's what you need to know. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

We've all been there--in an IEP meeting with that one difficult, ornery person. But can you uninvite them to the IEP meeting? Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book