Description

Ever wish you could ask Karen Mayer Cunningham all your special education questions — and get straight answers, fast?
This episode is for you. 💥

Join Karen for a rapid-fire Q&A covering real parent and teacher questions about IEPs, 504s, paraprofessionals, behavior, homeschool transitions, private school rights, suspensions, and more.

Karen brings her trademark humor, clarity, and tough-love truth to every answer — reminding us that when it comes to student rights, “direct supervision” actually means direct supervision.

✳️ What You’ll Learn

• What “direct supervision” of paraprofessionals really means
• Whether paraprofessionals can teach without a certified special educator
• How often a student receiving behavioral services can be suspended
• The truth about IEP vs. 504 for mental health needs
• What to do when your child can’t stay awake in class
• Why reevaluations for dyslexia may (or may not) be required
• And much more in this lightning round of real-world advocacy

📚 Resources Mentioned

• The Epic IEP Book: https://TheEpicIEP.com
  
• Join The Academy: https://www.skool.com/special-education-academy/about
  
• Download the Special Education Academy App: available in the App Store + Google Play

💬 Connect + Learn More

Follow Karen Mayer Cunningham — The Special Education Boss® , @specialeducationboss, EVERYWHERE for daily advocacy training and resources.

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✨ When we get it right for the child, we get it right for everybody. ✨

👩‍⚖️ Hosted by Karen Mayer Cunningham, Advocate & Special Education Boss®
Each week, Karen shares real stories, legal insights, and no-nonsense strategies to help you navigate special education with clarity and confidence.

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