The Parent IEP Lab – Details, episodes & analysis

Does the eligibility category matter?

My knee-jerk reaction is "NO!" BUT...there are several reasons why it can sometimes relate to what services and supports your child receives. 

Listen to this episode if you have an iniital eligibility meeting or a re-evaluation meeting coming up!

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From now until Saturday (11/26/2023) the course is 50% off with the code BLACKFRIDAY at checkout! 

For just $44 you get an overview of the legal basics, the eligibility and re-eligibility process, the IEP process, and the IEP Paperwork!

Learn more and snag your deal at https://TheIEPLab.com/Basics 

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PODCAST GUIDE 

Need a guide to find the episodes most helpful for your situation? Download the free Podcast Listening Guide! https://TheIEPLab.com/LISTEN 

Ever wonder what these "dyslexia schools" are all about? How do you find one? Get into one? How much do they cost? And will your current district pay for them?

Today our guest, Lisa Parnello of Parnello education, has all the answers for us (including outside placements that aren't for dyslexia challenges, too!)

Connect with Lisa: https://ParnelloEducation.com 

Dyslexia Devoted Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-74-the-iep-process-with-beth-from-the-iep-lab/id1628010878?i=1000633113014

Shownotes: https://TheIEPLab.com/episode151 

Download your Free IEP Process Step-By-Step Guide: https://TheIEPLab.com/IEP 

Check out all the free resources through The IEP Lab: https://TheIEPLab.com/freeresources 

Behavior has many different underlying layers -- and one often overlooked is trauma. Join me in learning from Angie Grandt, an adoption coach as she takes us through her advocacy journey and how to advocate for looking at that layer underneith behavior!

In this episode we cover:

1. The importance of recognizing behavioral issues rooted in trauma within the IEP process.
2. Angie's journey from starting with a 504 plan to eventually transitioning to an IEP for her son.
3. How collaboration and goal-driven strategies can make a world of difference in building a successful IEP.
4. The challenges faced by small school districts in providing comprehensive resources for children with behavioral issues.
5. The significance of coordinating outside therapy services with the child's IEP to ensure holistic support.Did you know?
6. One fun fact from the episode: Angie's small town school district houses students from early childhood through 12th grade, all under one roof! Talk about a close-knit community!

Angie's website: https://www.connectedparentswithangie.com/

LIMITED TIME Access 30+ FREE resources with Scotti from Reframe Parenting's Bundle (including my School Support Orientation Guide!) https://TheIEPLab.com/BUNDLE

FREE SUMMIT The School Struggles Summit from Penny at Behavior Revolution is open for registration! September 28-30th with FREE and Fast Pass Options (upgrade to Fast Pass to see the Assistive Technology Workshop mentioned in the episode!) https://TheIEPLab.com/SchoolStrugglesSummit 

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Shownotes: https://TheIEPLab.com/episode142 

In this episode, we dive into progress reports and discuss what you need to look for and how important they are for your child's education.

Here's a quick rundown of what you can expect in the episode:

-An overview of the importance of progress reports and how they help gauge the effectiveness of your child's IEP.

5 keys you'll learn:

1. When to expect progress reports and how often you can advocate for additional ones, if needed.
2. What progress reports include and how they are typically structured.
3. Common issues parents face with progress reports and how to address them.
4. Insight into the information provided in the progress reports and its significance.
5. Tips on how you can take an active role in understanding and utilizing progress reports effectively.
6. Fun Fact from the Episode: Did you know that progress reports are usually released around the same time as grades? So, keep an eye out for them during that period!

LIMITED TIME Access 30+ FREE resources with Scotti from Reframe Parenting's Bundle (including my School Support Orientation Guide!) https://TheIEPLab.com/BUNDLE

FREE SUMMIT The School Struggles Summit from Penny at Behavior Revolution is open for registration! September 28-30th with FREE and Fast Pass Options (upgrade to Fast Pass to see the Assistive Technology Workshop mentioned in the episode!) https://TheIEPLab.com/SchoolStrugglesSummit 

Facebook Group: 

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Shownotes with Transcript: https://TheIEPLab.com/episode141

Did you know that your state likely has a state parent center? I've heard from many parents that they are connected to theirs, and it's a great way to connect to your local resources!

Join me on this week's episode with Erin Camper from Colorado's Peak Parent Center letting us know what State Parent Centers are all about!

Hurry and get 10% off your Parent Advocacy Club Membership prior to August 31st -- just in time for our Semptemebr theme: beginning of the school year advocacy!

Shownotes including a link to the Parent Center Hub: TheIEPLab.com/episode140 

From freebies to courses to summits, here is the plan to support you as a parent advocate this 2023-2024 school year!

HAPPENING NOW The Ultimate Parent IEP Prep Course is open for fall enrollment until Thursday, August 24th, 2023! Go to https://TheIEPLab.com/COURSE to find out more!

Freebie & Resource Page: https://TheIEPLab.com/freeresources 

Shownotes: https://TheIEPLab.com/episode139 

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?

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Join Facebook Group: 

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Shownotes: TheIEPLab.com/episode137

You've tried everything -- and that relationship is just not awesome. How can you get un-stuck in your advocacy this year?

In this episode we cover:

1) The reasons why you may be feeling like you are hitting a brick wall when it comes to advocating with some school IEP team members

2) 5 options for small actions that skirt you over under or through that barrier to advocacy

Check out the newly updated free resources page! https://theieplab.com/freeresources

Shownotes: https://theieplab.com/episode136

CPS (Collaboritive Proactive Solutions) is a model that takes it a step deeper than "behavior" to find support needs or difficulties, and is also a model that teaches problem solving and buiding rapport. 

Santana Ficken is a mental health provider and autustic adult that works as an advocate with Minasota NEAT, Minnesota Neurodivergent Education, Advocacy, and Therapy Services (MnNEAT), a non-profit group that specialized in supporting neurodivergent people to be included across the livespan.

In this episode we cover:

1) What the CPS model is and why it's worth it to invest time into learning

2) The "lens change" that can help get to the root of difficulties your child is experiencing (rather than everyone focusing on behavior)

3) How Santanna has used the model within the context of IEP advoacy

4) How the CPS method can help with identifyng accommodations and goals for your child

Minnasota NEAT: https://mnneat.org/

Minnasota NEAT email: info@mnneat.org

Download the Podcast Listening Guide: https://TheIEPLab.com/listen

Shownotes: https://TheIEPLab.com/episode135