In this episode, Dr. Susan Etscheidt—UNI Emeritus faculty specializing in Special Education Law and Policy, Administrative Law Judge, and state-level mediator for the Iowa Department of Education—joins us to unpack the three most critical elements every district should examine within their special education systems. She offers clear, research-informed guidance on strengthening practices and ensuring high-quality supports for all learners. Dr. Etscheidt also shares insights from her recent work leading Leadership Camps across the state, highlighting how these experiences are helping administrators build capacity, deepen collaboration, and elevate outcomes for students with disabilities.
