Lisa Lightner

Don't IEP Alone.

Education EN ↓ 200 episodes

Inspired by her own son with disabilities, Lisa Lightner is an award-winning blogger and advocate. She has previously worked for her county's Arc and has served on the Boards of Directors for several disability organizations. Currently, she is her county's chairperson for the Right to Education Task Force, a federally decreed group set up in 1971 to ensure that all children in Pennsylvania had the opportunity to an education. When not attending IEP meetings with families or lobbying in Harrisburg and DC for disability rights, she can be found on the web at her IEP advice blog, A Day in our S...

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Lisa Lightner

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The Parts of the IEP: State and Local Assessments 29.05.2019 19:06

I'm discussing each section of the IEP and giving tips for each one. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

"Meet them where they're at" 28.05.2019 20:34

I heard a mantra at a training workshop a few months ago. Trying to put it to use. Not going so well. Ableism: Why autism moms need to stop doing stuff like this. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

The Parts of the IEP: Transition 22.05.2019 25:42

I'm discussing each section of the IEP and tips for each. IEP Transition: How to make it successful for your Adolescent and Young Adult. Legal Guardianship and your Adult Child with Disabilities {What Parents Should Know} Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

The Parts of the IEP: Present Levels 20.05.2019 13:52

I'm discussing each section of the IEP and how to use it. Today, we're talking about what is arguably the most important section of the IEP. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

The Parts of the IEP: Special Considerations/ Special Factors 17.05.2019 22:24

I'm discussing each section of the IEP and tips for each one. Today it's Special Factors in the IEP aka Special Considerations. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

The Parts of the IEP: Procedural Safeguards and Medicaid sheet 15.05.2019 14:01

I'm discussing each section of the IEP and tips for each. Should you sign the Medicaid form? And what about Procedural Safeguards ? Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

The Parts of the IEP: Attendance Sheet 13.05.2019 11:36

I'm discussing the various parts of the IEP and tips for each. Today, the attendance sheet. Not as boring as it sounds, I promise. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

The Parts of the IEP: Cover Page 10.05.2019 15:02

I'm discussing each individual part of the IEP and what parents need to know. Today, the Cover Page. Might seem innocuous, but not always. Double check this item on the front page of your IEP. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Truancy and your IEP 08.05.2019 17:28

By this time of the school year, absences are starting to rack up. School Absences, Truancy and IEPs: What Parents Need to Know. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Can I 'walk' if not graduating? 06.05.2019 10:19

Graduation day is almost here, but what if you're doing a 13th year? Can my child “walk” with graduating class even though she is not graduating? Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Travel Tips when your child has disabilities. 03.05.2019 19:16

I'm already thinking about summer vacation. Don't forget that I have dozens of Disability and Sensory Friendly Travel Reviews on the blog. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Where can I find a Special Education Advocate? 01.05.2019 20:53

We are in the throes of IEP season and everyone is looking for a special education advocate. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Reading Programs 29.04.2019 18:56

I'm reviewing some common Reading Programs and how to get them added to your IEP. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

IEP Meeting Q&A 26.04.2019 21:55

Just answering a few random questions I frequently receive about IEP meetings . Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Llama llama so much drama 24.04.2019 33:00

Just doing a brain dump about some ableism drama I encountered this week. We have to come together as a community and end this hierarchy of disability. Here is the blog post I refererence: Ableism . And this one: I don't need you to tell me how to feel. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Parents need to fully engage in the IEP process. 24.04.2019 24:48

You don't want your IEP team only thinking about your IEP once a year. So why do some parents think it's ok for them to do the same? Also read: 5 Things every parent must do in the IEP Process . Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

IEP Related Services 22.04.2019 16:14

IEP Related Services-understanding the importance of this section. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Special Factors in the IEP 19.04.2019 20:39

An often overlooked section of the IEP-Special Factors Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

IEP Transition-Part 2 17.04.2019 12:28

Let's go over what IDEA says about transition and what you can do. Also read: What you need to know and how to build Social Capital . Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

IEP Transition-Part 1 15.04.2019 28:53

IEP Transition is a well defined section of IDEA, but frequently not used to its full potential. Also read: Why your IEP needs a Vision Statement . Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Manifestation Determination Hearings 12.04.2019 30:52

If your child has an IEP and gets suspended from school, you need to know about Manifestation Determination Hearings . Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

IEPs and Discipline, Suspensions. 10.04.2019 23:10

What parents need to know about IEPs and discipline, specifically when your child is suspended from school-What to know and what you should do. Also read: What to do when your child is suspended from school {with or without an IEP/504}. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Our Insurance Appeals and Drama 25.03.2019 21:52

This is about our insurance appeals dealing with Kevin's neurosurgery. And, he goes back to school today, so after today, will be back to your regularly scheduled IEP information. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Getting your IEP team to YES 20.03.2019 18:03

The IEP process is a culture of no. But, by knowing the IEP process and good advocacy, you can get your team to yes. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book

Don't IEP Alone 21.02.2019 8:22

Welcome! This is the only podcast dedicated to helping parents navigate the IEP process. Here's why you should subscribe. Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book