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Full-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenWhat Parents Need to Know about the IEP Process, with Therapist Beth LiesenfeldIf you’re the parent of a differently wired kid with a diagnosed
learning disability, you likely have had experience with Individualized
Education Plans, otherwise known as IEPs. And if this is you, my hunch
is you have some feelings about IEPs and the whole process — the
stresses, the unknowns, the fact that it might feel like you have to
understand a completely different language just to get the services and
supports your child needs and deserves in schools.
Occupational therapist Beth Liesenfeld, the woman behind a company, podcast, and resource called The IEP Lab, joins us to a...
2025-09-1244 minFull-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenWhat Parents Need to Know about the IEP Process, with Therapist Beth LiesenfeldIf you’re the parent of a differently wired kid with a diagnosed
learning disability, you likely have had experience with Individualized
Education Plans, otherwise known as IEPs. And if this is you, my hunch
is you have some feelings about IEPs and the whole process — the
stresses, the unknowns, the fact that it might feel like you have to
understand a completely different language just to get the services and
supports your child needs and deserves in schools.
Occupational therapist Beth Liesenfeld, the woman behind a company, podcast, and resource called The IEP Lab, joins us to a...
2025-09-1244 min
TILT Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenWhat Parents Need to Know about the IEP Process, with Therapist Beth LiesenfeldIf you are a parent of a neurodivergent kid with a diagnosed learning disability, you likely have had experience with Individualized Education Plans, otherwise known as IEPs. And if this is you, my hunch is you have some feelings about IEPs and the whole process — the stresses, the unknowns, the fact that it might feel like you have to understand a completely different language just to get the services and supports your child needs and deserves in schools.I invited occupational therapist Beth Liesenfeld of The IEP Lab to answer your questions around how parents can better pr...
2025-01-0942 min
The Parent IEP LabE151: Outside Placements with Lisa ParnelloEver 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 C...
2023-11-1419 minThe Parent IEP LabE151: Outside Placements with Lisa ParnelloEver 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 C...
2023-11-1419 min
Think InclusiveBeth Liesenfeld on Building Child-Centered, Inclusive IEPsBeth Liesenfeld (she/her) — Occupational therapist and founder of The IEP Lab, where she equips parents with “insider” understanding of school processes and culture to make IEP teams more collaborative and child‑centered. She hosts The Parent IEP Lab podcast and offers online workshops and courses for families navigating special education. Host Tim Villegas talks with Beth Liesenfeld about why IEP meetings often feel inequitable and exhausting—and how a clear vision statement can re‑center teams on inclusive, practical plans that actually support students. They unpack what makes collaboration work (and fail), including communication habits, paraprofessional training, an...
2023-06-2943 minThe Parent IEP LabE127: 3 Pillars of Advocacy Case Study with Chellor CrossleyI mention this in every intro...and it's time to not only break it down, but actually have examples from a real live person of what focusing on these 3 areas has meant for a real parent advocate! As you will learn today, Chellor Crossley, parent advocate and resident guide for the self-care session included in The Parent Advocacy Club is here to guide us through her journey so far! (sumemr enrollment is open NOW for The Parent Advocacy Club! Check it out at www.TheIEPLab.com/club) In this episode we cover: 1) The 3...
2023-05-3042 minThe Parent IEP LabE127: 3 Pillars of Advocacy Case Study with Chellor CrossleyI mention this in every intro...and it's time to not only break it down, but actually have examples from a real live person of what focusing on these 3 areas has meant for a real parent advocate! As you will learn today, Chellor Crossley, parent advocate and resident guide for the self-care session included in The Parent Advocacy Club is here to guide us through her journey so far! (sumemr enrollment is open NOW for The Parent Advocacy Club! Check it out at www.TheIEPLab.com/club) In this episode we cover: 1) The 3...
2023-05-3042 minThe Parent IEP LabE120: Scheduling IEP MeetingsWhen you are already on edge with an IEP meeting coming up, nothing is worse than not knowing what to expect when it comes to scheduling the meeting itself! Well, all that stress of scheduling is over after today, because we are breaking down how the process SHOULD go when it's easy-peasy, and several things that are in your control (aka staying ahead of the process) that makes the whole process less stressful. In this episode we cover: 1) The steps that should happen to have a happy scheduling of an annual IEP meeting
2023-04-1114 minThe Parent IEP LabE120: Scheduling IEP MeetingsWhen you are already on edge with an IEP meeting coming up, nothing is worse than not knowing what to expect when it comes to scheduling the meeting itself! Well, all that stress of scheduling is over after today, because we are breaking down how the process SHOULD go when it's easy-peasy, and several things that are in your control (aka staying ahead of the process) that makes the whole process less stressful. In this episode we cover: 1) The steps that should happen to have a happy scheduling of an annual IEP meeting
2023-04-1114 min
The Parent IEP LabLIMITED TIME BONUS: Have You Mastered the 4 Pillars of Parent Advocacy?LIMITED TIME BONUS EPISODE Have you mastered the 4 pillars of parent advocacy? Beth shares these 4 themes she identified in participating in over 400 IEP meetings and shares what to do to get help in kicking the IEP meeting stress to the curb and welcoming IEP advocacy confidence with open arms! THE ULTIMATE PARENT IEP PREP COURSE DOORS ARE OPEN TODAY! Click THIS LINK to check out the prep course and see what option will help you kick IEP meeting stress to the curb! Don't forget to get on The IEP Lab's email...
2023-03-2136 minThe Parent IEP LabLIMITED TIME BONUS: Have You Mastered the 4 Pillars of Parent Advocacy?LIMITED TIME BONUS EPISODE Have you mastered the 4 pillars of parent advocacy? Beth shares these 4 themes she identified in participating in over 400 IEP meetings and shares what to do to get help in kicking the IEP meeting stress to the curb and welcoming IEP advocacy confidence with open arms! THE ULTIMATE PARENT IEP PREP COURSE DOORS ARE OPEN TODAY! Click THIS LINK to check out the prep course and see what option will help you kick IEP meeting stress to the curb! Don't forget to get on The IEP Lab's email...
2023-03-2136 min
You, The MotherUnderstanding the IEP Process with Beth Liesenfeld, MOT, OTR/LThis week on the You, The Mother Podcast, Abbey welcomes Beth Liesenfeld, MOT, OTR/L! Beth is an occupational therapist passionate about providing “insider” information of the school’s process and culture to parents in order to increase collaboration between parents and school staff! Her company, The IEP Lab, provides online workshops and courses as well as produces The Parent IEP Lab Podcast. She shares with us how to determine if our child needs an individualized learning plan, how to advocate for our child, and how to navigate the process of collaborating with the school staff to establish an effective plan! B...
2023-03-0631 minThe Parent IEP LabE113: School RefusalDoes your child struggle with school refusal? This podcast is a collection of themes that Beth has seen within the schools in working with children in multiple settings. But it also is a connection to resources as well. In this episode we cover: 1) Why school refusal is often unsupported in schools 2) Why school refusal is only what you are seeing as a result of the real issue 3) How to figure out what that issue is 4) How to approach the school team to get support FREE IEP Process S...
2023-02-2826 minThe Parent IEP LabE113: School RefusalDoes your child struggle with school refusal? This podcast is a collection of themes that Beth has seen within the schools in working with children in multiple settings. But it also is a connection to resources as well. In this episode we cover: 1) Why school refusal is often unsupported in schools 2) Why school refusal is only what you are seeing as a result of the real issue 3) How to figure out what that issue is 4) How to approach the school team to get support FREE IEP Process S...
2023-02-2826 minFull-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 318: What Parents Need to Know about the IEP Process, with Therapist Beth LiesenfeldIf you are a parent of a neurodivergent kid with a diagnosed learning disability, you likely have had experience with Individualized Education Plans, otherwise known as IEPs. And if this is you, my hunch is you have some feelings about IEPs and the whole process — the stresses, the unknowns, the fact that it might feel like you have to understand a completely different language just to get the services and supports your child needs and deserves in schools.I invited occupational therapist Beth Liesenfeld of The IEP Lab to answer your questions around how parents can better pr...
2023-02-1445 minFull-Tilt Parenting: Strategies, Insights, and Connection for Parents Raising Neurodivergent ChildrenTPP 318: What Parents Need to Know about the IEP Process, with Therapist Beth LiesenfeldIf you are a parent of a neurodivergent kid with a diagnosed learning disability, you likely have had experience with Individualized Education Plans, otherwise known as IEPs. And if this is you, my hunch is you have some feelings about IEPs and the whole process — the stresses, the unknowns, the fact that it might feel like you have to understand a completely different language just to get the services and supports your child needs and deserves in schools.I invited occupational therapist Beth Liesenfeld of The IEP Lab to answer your questions around how parents can better pr...
2023-02-1445 min
Inclusive Education Project (IEP) PodcastHow to Empower Parents for IEP Meetings with Beth LiesenfeldToday's episode is a replay of one of our most requested episodes. Enjoy!The end of the school year is happening over the next few weeks all around the country. Like us, many parents, teachers, and professionals are involved in IEP meetings galore. We believe that parents need to be empowered to take an active role in the IEP process. Join us to learn more from our expert guest!Beth Liesenfeld is the host of the Elevate Your Advocacy podcast and the founder of Parent Friendly OT. After learning ASL and interacting with deaf people...
2022-12-2722 minThe Parent IEP LabE91: Occupational Therapist (OT) [IEP Team BONUS Series]In this IEP Team Bonus Series we are talking about occupational therapists, my own profession! It's a little bit more in depth than you likely need...but then again...OTs are one of those professions that can cover a LOT when it comes to supporting your child! In this episode we discuss: 1) What requirements an OT needs to practice in the schools 2) What an OT actually can DO for your child 3) Some school cultural barriers to advocating directly for "more OT" for your child Join Facebook Group ...
2022-12-0825 minThe Parent IEP LabE90: 4 Levels of Placement with Angelica MedranoPlacement is one of the hardest things to get "right" right now. This is because while special education "isn't a place, it's a service," schools still have a framework for assigning caseloads and having some sort of order for their staff... ...and that leads to support levels where children are encouraged to fall within a certain placement. In this episode with Angelica Medrano, we discuss: 1) What these 4 levels of placment are 2) What determines the placement 3) What that placement looks like 4) Key factors that are so important for...
2022-12-0631 minThe Parent IEP LabE90: 4 Levels of Placement with Angelica MedranoPlacement is one of the hardest things to get "right" right now. This is because while special education "isn't a place, it's a service," schools still have a framework for assigning caseloads and having some sort of order for their staff... ...and that leads to support levels where children are encouraged to fall within a certain placement. In this episode with Angelica Medrano, we discuss: 1) What these 4 levels of placment are 2) What determines the placement 3) What that placement looks like 4) Key factors that are so important for...
2022-12-0631 minThe Parent IEP LabE89: School Psychologists [IEP Team BONUS Series]Welcome to this week's IEP Team Bonus Series Episode! Today we talk about the qualifications of a school psychologist, a but about the difference between school and clinical psychologist, and what they actually DO inside the school! Facebook Group **NEW** Free Guide: IEP Process Ste-By-Step Guide (including when to share parent input!) Shownotes
2022-12-0118 minThe Parent IEP LabE89: School Psychologists [IEP Team BONUS Series]Welcome to this week's IEP Team Bonus Series Episode! Today we talk about the qualifications of a school psychologist, a but about the difference between school and clinical psychologist, and what they actually DO inside the school! Facebook Group **NEW** Free Guide: IEP Process Ste-By-Step Guide (including when to share parent input!) Shownotes
2022-12-0118 min
Beautifully Complex198: Setting Learning Priorities for Your Child, with Beth LiesenfeldIt can be difficult to secure accommodations and services for your child at school. It requires that many people agree on a shared vision and how to make that student’s vision for their education a reality through necessary support. Getting everyone on the same page is key, along with focusing on a few priorities in the here and now. In this episode of Beautifully Complex, I’m joined by Beth Liesenfeld of The IEP Lab. Beth shares her 3-part process to setting priorities for your child around school/education. She walks us through taking those priorities and creating a vision...
2022-12-0133 minThe Parent IEP LabE88: Parent Rights, Inclusion & Placement with Ashley BarlowWelcome to a little bit of a more casual episode that's PACKED with information and context about the special education process! Today's guest is Ashley Barlow of The Special Education Advocacy Podcast. A former special education teacher, parent to a child with Down Syndrome, and special education attourney. In this episode we discuss: 1) Parent Rights 2) Inclusion (including a non-deffinition of inclusion...) 3) and Placement! And Ashley asks me about the role of OT, patterns of parent advocacy that were effective, and goals! **NEW** Freebie: IEP Process S...
2022-11-291h 08The Parent IEP LabE88: Parent Rights, Inclusion & Placement with Ashley BarlowWelcome to a little bit of a more casual episode that's PACKED with information and context about the special education process! Today's guest is Ashley Barlow of The Special Education Advocacy Podcast. A former special education teacher, parent to a child with Down Syndrome, and special education attourney. In this episode we discuss: 1) Parent Rights 2) Inclusion (including a non-deffinition of inclusion...) 3) and Placement! And Ashley asks me about the role of OT, patterns of parent advocacy that were effective, and goals! **NEW** Freebie: IEP Process S...
2022-11-291h 08The Parent IEP LabE86: Why Collaboration? With Lisa Baskin-WrightWe talk about how imporatant collaboration is...but it doesn't always work, right? In this episode, Lisa Baskin-Wright, a general education teacher first, then a parent advocate for her daughter, talks about her own experience with working with her child's IEP team using collaborative methods, what happened when that failed, and why she continues to try to return to collaboritive efforts as much as possible in her work as an Advocate! Shownotes Facebook Group LAST WEEK TO ENTER THE GIVEAWAY! Rate and Review the Podcast in your preferred player & take...
2022-11-2239 minThe Parent IEP LabE86: Why Collaboration? With Lisa Baskin-WrightWe talk about how imporatant collaboration is...but it doesn't always work, right? In this episode, Lisa Baskin-Wright, a general education teacher first, then a parent advocate for her daughter, talks about her own experience with working with her child's IEP team using collaborative methods, what happened when that failed, and why she continues to try to return to collaboritive efforts as much as possible in her work as an Advocate! Shownotes Facebook Group LAST WEEK TO ENTER THE GIVEAWAY! Rate and Review the Podcast in your preferred player & take...
2022-11-2239 minThe Parent IEP LabE87: Speech Language Pathologists [IEP Team BONUS Series]**LAST DAY FOR GIVEAWAY!!** I used to think Speech Language Pathologists (SLP's) just helped people to talk more clearly... ...turns out they do A LOT more than that! In this epispode we discuss: -Qualifications for SLP's (and a TINY but about SLP Assistants) -Speech Therapy scope of practice (articulation, expressive & receptive language, pragmatics, and augmentitive and alternitive communication) -Roles (case manager, treatment provider) Shownotes Join the Facebook Group! **LAST DAY TO ENTER THE GIVEAWAY!** Rate and Review the Podcast in...
2022-11-2127 minThe Parent IEP LabE87: Speech Language Pathologists [IEP Team BONUS Series]**LAST DAY FOR GIVEAWAY!!** I used to think Speech Language Pathologists (SLP's) just helped people to talk more clearly... ...turns out they do A LOT more than that! In this epispode we discuss: -Qualifications for SLP's (and a TINY but about SLP Assistants) -Speech Therapy scope of practice (articulation, expressive & receptive language, pragmatics, and augmentitive and alternitive communication) -Roles (case manager, treatment provider) Shownotes Join the Facebook Group! **LAST DAY TO ENTER THE GIVEAWAY!** Rate and Review the Podcast in...
2022-11-2127 minThe Parent IEP LabE85: Preschool Teachers (General Education AND Special Education (ECSE's)!Welcome to the 4th week of the IEP Team Bonus Series! Today we ae talking preschool teachers, and there are 2 different situations! 1) A district hires a preschool teacher who is a general education teacher AND an "itenerant" ECSE (early childhood special education teacher) 2) A district can hire someone who is DUAL certified and is the general education teacher AND the ECSE! In this episode we break down each situation, what the qualifications are, and what their job actually looks like! All to give you a little context on what's...
2022-11-1721 minThe Parent IEP LabE85: Preschool Teachers (General Education AND Special Education (ECSE's)!Welcome to the 4th week of the IEP Team Bonus Series! Today we ae talking preschool teachers, and there are 2 different situations! 1) A district hires a preschool teacher who is a general education teacher AND an "itenerant" ECSE (early childhood special education teacher) 2) A district can hire someone who is DUAL certified and is the general education teacher AND the ECSE! In this episode we break down each situation, what the qualifications are, and what their job actually looks like! All to give you a little context on what's...
2022-11-1721 minThe Parent IEP LabE84: How to Get an Aid/Paraprofessional/Para/Para-pro!We are finally talking about it! Today's episode is about 1:1 or getting a para for your child and what school team's consider when they are making this decision! In this episode we talk about: 1) What schools look for when determining if your child has a para need. 2) How to structure your ask! 3) Why you may get pushback from the school and how to overcome this pushback. Shownotes Facebook Group To enter the giveaway: Rate and Review the Podcast in...
2022-11-1525 minThe Parent IEP LabE84: How to Get an Aid/Paraprofessional/Para/Para-pro!We are finally talking about it! Today's episode is about 1:1 or getting a para for your child and what school team's consider when they are making this decision! In this episode we talk about: 1) What schools look for when determining if your child has a para need. 2) How to structure your ask! 3) Why you may get pushback from the school and how to overcome this pushback. Shownotes Facebook Group To enter the giveaway: Rate and Review the Podcast in...
2022-11-1525 minThe Parent IEP LabE83: General Education Teacher [IEP Team BONUS Series]This week we are talking about General Education Teachers! A STRONG ally for you and your child...but also may have some similar feelings about IEP meetings as you do :) In this episode we cover: 1) Education/Qualifications 2) How they are involced in the SPED process (including the section of the IEP Meeting you do NOT want them to miss!) 3) What they actually DO for your child! Also! Here is the information to enter the giveaway! How to Enter the Giveaway: Rate and Review the...
2022-11-1026 minThe Parent IEP LabE83: General Education Teacher [IEP Team BONUS Series]This week we are talking about General Education Teachers! A STRONG ally for you and your child...but also may have some similar feelings about IEP meetings as you do :) In this episode we cover: 1) Education/Qualifications 2) How they are involced in the SPED process (including the section of the IEP Meeting you do NOT want them to miss!) 3) What they actually DO for your child! Also! Here is the information to enter the giveaway! How to Enter the Giveaway: Rate and Review the...
2022-11-1026 minThe Parent IEP LabE82: Tier 2 Support: MTSS/RTI/SST with Sabrina AxtMultitiered Systems of Support (but called MANY other similar names) is a system outside of the special education system that provides targeted support to children. But why are we talking about it on an IEP podcast??? Because... 1) You may be a parent trying to get your child an IEP but are getting pushed towards the MTSS system first (this can be good or bad!) 2) You may be seeing a need your child has that isn't covered by their IEP currently...and they may want to provide support for THIS need through M...
2022-11-0832 minThe Parent IEP LabE82: Tier 2 Support: MTSS/RTI/SST with Sabrina AxtMultitiered Systems of Support (but called MANY other similar names) is a system outside of the special education system that provides targeted support to children. But why are we talking about it on an IEP podcast??? Because... 1) You may be a parent trying to get your child an IEP but are getting pushed towards the MTSS system first (this can be good or bad!) 2) You may be seeing a need your child has that isn't covered by their IEP currently...and they may want to provide support for THIS need through M...
2022-11-0832 minThe Parent IEP LabE81: Deaf/Hard of Hearing Teacher & Teacher of Visually Impaired [IEP Team BONUS Series]IEP Team BONUS Series: DHH & TVI! This series is all about giving you the most basic context for what qualifications each IEP team member has and what they do so you know who you should go to on the team to advocate for what need! In this episode we discuss: -Deaf/Heard of Hearing Teachers: Their qualifications, responsibilities, and what they actualy do as a service provider -Teacher of Visually Impaired: Their qualifications, responsibilities, and what they actually do as a service provider -Also a bit of context into...
2022-11-0320 minThe Parent IEP LabE81: Deaf/Hard of Hearing Teacher & Teacher of Visually Impaired [IEP Team BONUS Series]IEP Team BONUS Series: DHH & TVI! This series is all about giving you the most basic context for what qualifications each IEP team member has and what they do so you know who you should go to on the team to advocate for what need! In this episode we discuss: -Deaf/Heard of Hearing Teachers: Their qualifications, responsibilities, and what they actualy do as a service provider -Teacher of Visually Impaired: Their qualifications, responsibilities, and what they actually do as a service provider -Also a bit of context into...
2022-11-0320 minThe Parent IEP LabE80: Accommodations: A Trial and Error Approach!Episode 80: Accommodations Trial And Error Approach! Getting your child the right accommodations can take some time. It’s all about trying different accommodations and seeing which ones work and which don’t work. But how do you know what accommodations are actually being implemented at school? In this episode, we are digging into figuring out which accommodations are actually being used at school, how to figure out what ones are working or not working, and how to advocate for your child to get the most beneficial accomodations for them.
2022-11-0124 minThe Parent IEP LabE80: Accommodations: A Trial and Error Approach!Episode 80: Accommodations Trial And Error Approach! Getting your child the right accommodations can take some time. It’s all about trying different accommodations and seeing which ones work and which don’t work. But how do you know what accommodations are actually being implemented at school? In this episode, we are digging into figuring out which accommodations are actually being used at school, how to figure out what ones are working or not working, and how to advocate for your child to get the most beneficial accomodations for them.
2022-11-0124 minThe Parent IEP LabE79: Special Education Teachers: Qualifications & What They Do! [IEP Team BONUS SERIES!][Scroll down for giveaway details!] Welcome to the FIRST EPISODE of the IEP Team Bonus Series! If you voted to continue the bonus series theme AND that you wanted this IEP Team theme thank you! Today we are talking about special education teachers! Here is what we cover: 1) What qualifications does a SPED Teacher have (education, licencing, etc) 2) They can be case managers AND direct service providers for your child -- sometimes one and sometimes both! 3) What interventions they do and what that looks like!
2022-10-2722 minThe Parent IEP LabE79: Special Education Teachers: Qualifications & What They Do! [IEP Team BONUS SERIES!][Scroll down for giveaway details!] Welcome to the FIRST EPISODE of the IEP Team Bonus Series! If you voted to continue the bonus series theme AND that you wanted this IEP Team theme thank you! Today we are talking about special education teachers! Here is what we cover: 1) What qualifications does a SPED Teacher have (education, licencing, etc) 2) They can be case managers AND direct service providers for your child -- sometimes one and sometimes both! 3) What interventions they do and what that looks like!
2022-10-2722 minThe Parent IEP LabE78: What is an Educational Therapist? With Wendy TaylorEpisode 78: What is an Educational Therapist? with Wendy Taylor Are you looking for a way to get your child more support outside of the school setting but aren’t sure who can help? Wendy Taylor of Learning Essentials is sharing all about educational therapists today. She is giving us all the details on what an educational therapist is, what they do and the services they provide, and when it might be a good idea for parents to look into services from an educational therapist for their child. GIVEAW...
2022-10-2527 minThe Parent IEP LabE78: What is an Educational Therapist? With Wendy TaylorEpisode 78: What is an Educational Therapist? with Wendy Taylor Are you looking for a way to get your child more support outside of the school setting but aren’t sure who can help? Wendy Taylor of Learning Essentials is sharing all about educational therapists today. She is giving us all the details on what an educational therapist is, what they do and the services they provide, and when it might be a good idea for parents to look into services from an educational therapist for their child. GIVEAW...
2022-10-2527 minThe Parent IEP LabE77: Giveaway! [Enter by Thanksgiving 2022!]Today we are taking a minute to celebrate me being able to work on The IEP Lab full time for 1 year! Wahoo! In celebration, we are doing a HUGE giveaway in exchange for podcast reviews! Here is the skinny: Prizes: -ALL submissions will receive an exclusive “Accommodations 101 Guide” -10 winners of IEP 101 Parent Workbook (make your 30-day advocacy plan!) $19 value -5 winners of the December Decoding IEP Data Workshop ($27 value) -Grand prize winner of The Ultimate Parent IEP Prep Course ($249 value) How to Enter...
2022-10-2009 minThe Parent IEP LabE77: Giveaway! [Enter by Thanksgiving 2022!]Today we are taking a minute to celebrate me being able to work on The IEP Lab full time for 1 year! Wahoo! In celebration, we are doing a HUGE giveaway in exchange for podcast reviews! Here is the skinny: Prizes: -ALL submissions will receive an exclusive “Accommodations 101 Guide” -10 winners of IEP 101 Parent Workbook (make your 30-day advocacy plan!) $19 value -5 winners of the December Decoding IEP Data Workshop ($27 value) -Grand prize winner of The Ultimate Parent IEP Prep Course ($249 value) How to Enter...
2022-10-2009 minThe Parent IEP LabE76: Paraprofessionals/Aides/Paraeducators/Para's**FREE LEVERAGING PARENT ROLE IN IEP WEBINAR THIS WEEK!** CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! Episode 76: Paraprofessionals/Aides/Paraeducators/Paras Does your child receive support from a paraprofessional but you aren’t quite sure what a paraprofessional is or does? If you have questions about paraprofessionals, this episode is for you! We are diving into who paraprofessionals are, what they do, how they fit into IEPs, and why good paraprofessionals are so beneficial to students with IEPs. Shownotes: theieplab.com/episode76
2022-10-1820 minThe Parent IEP LabE76: Paraprofessionals/Aides/Paraeducators/Para's**FREE LEVERAGING PARENT ROLE IN IEP WEBINAR THIS WEEK!** CLICK HERE TO REGISTER! Episode 76: Paraprofessionals/Aides/Paraeducators/Paras Does your child receive support from a paraprofessional but you aren’t quite sure what a paraprofessional is or does? If you have questions about paraprofessionals, this episode is for you! We are diving into who paraprofessionals are, what they do, how they fit into IEPs, and why good paraprofessionals are so beneficial to students with IEPs. Shownotes: theieplab.com/episode76
2022-10-1820 minThe Parent IEP LabE75: Multiple Disability [Eligibility Category BONUS Series]Welcome to the final installment of the Bonus Eligibility Category Series! In this episode, we dive into Multiple Disability eligibility category. There is reason why this one is last on the list -- because there are other categories that combine to make this one! So be sure to scroll back through your podcast player to explore the other categories, too! In this episode: 1) We use the Colorado State Checklist as an example to talk about what is required for this category. 2) We discuss common missed opportunties for amazing parent...
2022-10-1325 minThe Parent IEP LabE75: Multiple Disability [Eligibility Category BONUS Series]Welcome to the final installment of the Bonus Eligibility Category Series! In this episode, we dive into Multiple Disability eligibility category. There is reason why this one is last on the list -- because there are other categories that combine to make this one! So be sure to scroll back through your podcast player to explore the other categories, too! In this episode: 1) We use the Colorado State Checklist as an example to talk about what is required for this category. 2) We discuss common missed opportunties for amazing parent...
2022-10-1325 minThe Parent IEP LabE74: The "D" Word: Data!Episode 74: The "D" Word: Data! Understanding data is key to effectively advocating for your child! But what does the data in your child’s IEP even mean? In this episode, we’re covering what you need to know about data so you can be prepared when you walk into your next IEP meeting, We are diving into what IEP data is, where you should find it in the IEP, and why it is so important when advocating for your child. Shownotes: theieplab.com/episode74
2022-10-1111 minThe Parent IEP LabE74: The "D" Word: Data!Episode 74: The "D" Word: Data! Understanding data is key to effectively advocating for your child! But what does the data in your child’s IEP even mean? In this episode, we’re covering what you need to know about data so you can be prepared when you walk into your next IEP meeting, We are diving into what IEP data is, where you should find it in the IEP, and why it is so important when advocating for your child. Shownotes: theieplab.com/episode74
2022-10-1111 minThe Parent IEP LabE73: Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) [Eligibility Category BONUS Series]Traumatic Brain Injuries are one of the hardest categories because that injury is one that is unseen to the naked eye. Many times behaviors and vision complications are just missed because this category requires a lot of medical knowledge. Fortunately, there are a ton of resources for this category (especially in states like Colorado and Pennsylvania!) and anyone across the country can access resources and education from these states! In this episode we: 1. Use Colorado's eligibility checklist as an example to break down TBI 2. Talk about commonly missed opportunities for parent a...
2022-10-1028 minThe Parent IEP LabE73: Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) [Eligibility Category BONUS Series]Traumatic Brain Injuries are one of the hardest categories because that injury is one that is unseen to the naked eye. Many times behaviors and vision complications are just missed because this category requires a lot of medical knowledge. Fortunately, there are a ton of resources for this category (especially in states like Colorado and Pennsylvania!) and anyone across the country can access resources and education from these states! In this episode we: 1. Use Colorado's eligibility checklist as an example to break down TBI 2. Talk about commonly missed opportunities for parent a...
2022-10-1028 minThe Parent IEP LabE72: Discovering Your Child's Strengths with Staci NeustadtWe all want our children to get the best support possible. In today’s episode, Staci Neustadt from Making Sense of Autism is joining us and sharing how to figure out your child’s strengths and how to use that information to get them the best support they can have. Staci Neustadt is a Speech-Language Pathologist and CEO of Making Sense of Autism. She is sharing the framework they use to help parents, teachers, and professionals figure out a child’s strengths and how to use that information to get the child the support they need to...
2022-10-0421 minThe Parent IEP LabE72: Discovering Your Child's Strengths with Staci NeustadtWe all want our children to get the best support possible. In today’s episode, Staci Neustadt from Making Sense of Autism is joining us and sharing how to figure out your child’s strengths and how to use that information to get them the best support they can have. Staci Neustadt is a Speech-Language Pathologist and CEO of Making Sense of Autism. She is sharing the framework they use to help parents, teachers, and professionals figure out a child’s strengths and how to use that information to get the child the support they need to...
2022-10-0421 minThe Parent IEP LabE71: Developmental Delay [Eligibility Category BONUS Series]***DOORS ARE OPEN TO THE ULTIMATE PARENT IEP PREP COURSE!*** Developmental Delay is...a little bit different than the other eligibility categories! In this episode we cover: -Using Colorado's Eligibility checklist as an example, we dive into the category of Developmental Delay -We cover common missed opportunities for parent advocacy (that help make that IEP effective!) -AND we talk about at what age you should know that things change to a different category and what to do at that point! Shownotes: www.TheIEPLab.com/episode71 ...
2022-09-2932 minThe Parent IEP LabE71: Developmental Delay [Eligibility Category BONUS Series]***DOORS ARE OPEN TO THE ULTIMATE PARENT IEP PREP COURSE!*** Developmental Delay is...a little bit different than the other eligibility categories! In this episode we cover: -Using Colorado's Eligibility checklist as an example, we dive into the category of Developmental Delay -We cover common missed opportunities for parent advocacy (that help make that IEP effective!) -AND we talk about at what age you should know that things change to a different category and what to do at that point! Shownotes: www.TheIEPLab.com/episode71 ...
2022-09-2932 minThe Parent IEP LabE70: Working Through Barriers to Inclusion with Kathy BrillAre you wondering what effective parent advocacy looks like? Interested in learning more about advocating for inclusion? This episode is a replay of one of the incredibly insightful 2022 Parent IEP Advocacy Summit sessions. Kathy Brill is a nationally recognized advocacy leader who became passionate about inclusion while raising her daughter who has Cerebral Palsy. She is sharing what inclusion means to her, what barriers she faced when advocating for inclusion for her daughter, how she knew if her daughter was truly being included, and why it is so important to be very clear in the IE...
2022-09-2745 minThe Parent IEP LabE70: Working Through Barriers to Inclusion with Kathy BrillAre you wondering what effective parent advocacy looks like? Interested in learning more about advocating for inclusion? This episode is a replay of one of the incredibly insightful 2022 Parent IEP Advocacy Summit sessions. Kathy Brill is a nationally recognized advocacy leader who became passionate about inclusion while raising her daughter who has Cerebral Palsy. She is sharing what inclusion means to her, what barriers she faced when advocating for inclusion for her daughter, how she knew if her daughter was truly being included, and why it is so important to be very clear in the IE...
2022-09-2745 minThe Parent IEP LabE69: Deaf/Blindness [Eligibility Category BONUS Series]Deaf/Blindness is one of the 13 eligibility categories set out by IDEA (the federal law that outlines special education) In this episode we: -Take a look at eligibility criteria for this category taking Colorado's Checklist as an example -Talk about complexities of this particular category (especially in light of staffing shortages) -AND of course, talk about common missed opportunities within the eligibility process! The Parent IEP Advocacy Summit starts TODAY! There is still time to grab your ticket and not miss out on any of the live Q&A's...
2022-09-2225 minThe Parent IEP LabE69: Deaf/Blindness [Eligibility Category BONUS Series]Deaf/Blindness is one of the 13 eligibility categories set out by IDEA (the federal law that outlines special education) In this episode we: -Take a look at eligibility criteria for this category taking Colorado's Checklist as an example -Talk about complexities of this particular category (especially in light of staffing shortages) -AND of course, talk about common missed opportunities within the eligibility process! The Parent IEP Advocacy Summit starts TODAY! There is still time to grab your ticket and not miss out on any of the live Q&A's...
2022-09-2225 minThe Parent IEP LabE68: Social Skills + IEPs with Rebecca BeaudetHave you ever wondered what social skills you should be teaching your child or what social skills goals you should ask for in your child’s IEP? Today, we are diving into all things social skills for neurodivergent learners and IEP goals. Rebecca Beaudet of the Com Collab is joining us to share their insight on what social skills mean and what the Neurodiversity Movement is. We are also covering when and when not to have social skills goals in IEPs, the reason many common tools for teaching social skills are not what is best for...
2022-09-2035 minThe Parent IEP LabE68: Social Skills + IEPs with Rebecca BeaudetHave you ever wondered what social skills you should be teaching your child or what social skills goals you should ask for in your child’s IEP? Today, we are diving into all things social skills for neurodivergent learners and IEP goals. Rebecca Beaudet of the Com Collab is joining us to share their insight on what social skills mean and what the Neurodiversity Movement is. We are also covering when and when not to have social skills goals in IEPs, the reason many common tools for teaching social skills are not what is best for...
2022-09-2035 min
Special Education Strategist: Expert Advice for IEPs, 504 Plans, Dyslexia, Parent Advocacy, Learning Disabilities, Executive Function, Dysgraphia, ADHD, Autism, NeurodivergentParent Role in the IEP and three often missed opportunities for parent advocacy (that helps professionals help their kids, too!), with Beth Liesenfeld, MOT, OTR/LBeth Liesenfeld, MOT, OTR/L, founded The IEP Lab and hosts her own podcast, “The Parent IEP Lab.” An occupational therapist, Beth transitioned from working in clinics and homes to working in schools, where she saw a need for parents to be better informed and engaged with the IEP process. Through The IEP Lab, Beth helps parents learn how to advocate for an effective IEP. Listen in to hear about the 3 things parents can do to be more involved with the IEP process and ensure that a constructive plan is implemented throughout the year. For more information, visit theieplab.com!
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2022-09-2055 minThe Parent IEP LabWelcome to The Parent IEP Lab!Welcome! If you are a parent or guardian of a child with an IEP and want to find a way to advocate that is balanced and doesn't involve a lot of conflict, you are in the right place!! Subscribe to this podcast to get insider information about the school culture and IEP process to get your child a supportive and effective IEP! The IEP Lab offers: The IEP 101 Parent Workbook Decoding IEP Data Workshop The Parent IEP Advocacy Summit and The Ultimate Parent IEP Prep Course!
2022-09-1901 minThe Parent IEP LabWelcome to The Parent IEP Lab!Welcome! If you are a parent or guardian of a child with an IEP and want to find a way to advocate that is balanced and doesn't involve a lot of conflict, you are in the right place!! Subscribe to this podcast to get insider information about the school culture and IEP process to get your child a supportive and effective IEP! The IEP Lab offers: The IEP 101 Parent Workbook Decoding IEP Data Workshop The Parent IEP Advocacy Summit and The Ultimate Parent IEP Prep Course!
2022-09-1901 minThe Parent IEP LabE67: Visual Impairment Including Blindness [Eligibility Category Bonus Series]The Parent IEP Advocacy Summit is only ONE WEEK away! You have until midnight of September 21st to get your free ticket (after that it's VIP tickets only!) So scoot on over to www.TheIEPLab.com/summit to get your ticket! In this Bonus Eligibility series, we are diving into ALL 13 categories of disability laid out by IDEA (the federal law that outlines special education)! In this episode we: 1) Go through an eligibility checklist together to see how someone may qualify under this category 2) Talk about specific...
2022-09-1526 minThe Parent IEP LabE67: Visual Impairment Including Blindness [Eligibility Category Bonus Series]The Parent IEP Advocacy Summit is only ONE WEEK away! You have until midnight of September 21st to get your free ticket (after that it's VIP tickets only!) So scoot on over to www.TheIEPLab.com/summit to get your ticket! In this Bonus Eligibility series, we are diving into ALL 13 categories of disability laid out by IDEA (the federal law that outlines special education)! In this episode we: 1) Go through an eligibility checklist together to see how someone may qualify under this category 2) Talk about specific...
2022-09-1526 minThe Parent IEP LabE66: Math Anxiety with Allison Dillard of Allison Loves MathDoes your child struggle with math? Does working on, or even thinking about, math give your child anxiety? Today, we are diving into math anxiety and how to help kids who struggle with it. Allison Dillard joins us to talk all about math anxiety. We are chatting about what math anxiety is, the difference in the “new” way of teaching math and the way we grew up learning math, tips for parents of children who struggle with math anxiety, and what resources Allison has to help you and your child. Shownotes: theiep...
2022-09-1327 minThe Parent IEP LabE66: Math Anxiety with Allison Dillard of Allison Loves MathDoes your child struggle with math? Does working on, or even thinking about, math give your child anxiety? Today, we are diving into math anxiety and how to help kids who struggle with it. Allison Dillard joins us to talk all about math anxiety. We are chatting about what math anxiety is, the difference in the “new” way of teaching math and the way we grew up learning math, tips for parents of children who struggle with math anxiety, and what resources Allison has to help you and your child. Shownotes: theiep...
2022-09-1327 minThe Parent IEP LabE65: Hearing Impairment Including Deafness [BONUS Eligibility Category Series]If your child qualifies under this label (or if you suspect that they will) there are a few tricky things about this category related to skilled staffing and this being a more medical-type category! In this episode we discuss: 1) The Hearing Impairment Including Deafness eligibility category -- using Colorado's state checklist as an example 2) Specialized instruction 3) Who is typically involved on the team for a student in this category 4) What assistive technology may be supported under this category 5) Where to go to find your own state's eligibility...
2022-09-0838 minThe Parent IEP LabE65: Hearing Impairment Including Deafness [BONUS Eligibility Category Series]If your child qualifies under this label (or if you suspect that they will) there are a few tricky things about this category related to skilled staffing and this being a more medical-type category! In this episode we discuss: 1) The Hearing Impairment Including Deafness eligibility category -- using Colorado's state checklist as an example 2) Specialized instruction 3) Who is typically involved on the team for a student in this category 4) What assistive technology may be supported under this category 5) Where to go to find your own state's eligibility...
2022-09-0838 minThe Parent IEP LabE64: Behavioral Pediatricians & IEPs with Dr. Nerissa BauerHave you heard of a behavioral pediatrician? Did you know they can play an important role in determining what outpatient services could benefit your child? Today I am joined by behavioral pediatrician, Dr. Nerissa Bauer. She is sharing all about what a behavioral pediatrician is, how they can help your child get the services that they need, effective ways to communicate outpatient information with your school team, and how she serves children with ADHD and anxiety and their families through courses and memberships. Shownotes: theieplab.com/episode64 FREE...
2022-09-0635 minThe Parent IEP LabE64: Behavioral Pediatricians & IEPs with Dr. Nerissa BauerHave you heard of a behavioral pediatrician? Did you know they can play an important role in determining what outpatient services could benefit your child? Today I am joined by behavioral pediatrician, Dr. Nerissa Bauer. She is sharing all about what a behavioral pediatrician is, how they can help your child get the services that they need, effective ways to communicate outpatient information with your school team, and how she serves children with ADHD and anxiety and their families through courses and memberships. Shownotes: theieplab.com/episode64 FREE...
2022-09-0635 minThe Parent IEP LabE63 - Intellectual Disability [Eligibility Category Bonus Series]There are SO many ways schools fail parents with children who fall into the intellectual disability eligibility category. One reason is it's uncomfortable. So things get missed. The other thing is that the elementary and high schools are disconnected. In this episode we cover: -Checklist of eligibility, using Colorado's checklist as an example. -Common implications of this category -Examples of when this category is beneficial, and why, and examples where it isn't! Link to Colorado's Eligibility Checklists used as references in this episode Link to Fac...
2022-09-0138 minThe Parent IEP LabE63 - Intellectual Disability [Eligibility Category Bonus Series]There are SO many ways schools fail parents with children who fall into the intellectual disability eligibility category. One reason is it's uncomfortable. So things get missed. The other thing is that the elementary and high schools are disconnected. In this episode we cover: -Checklist of eligibility, using Colorado's checklist as an example. -Common implications of this category -Examples of when this category is beneficial, and why, and examples where it isn't! Link to Colorado's Eligibility Checklists used as references in this episode Link to Fac...
2022-09-0138 min
Parenting That Kid with Ashleigh TolliverThe IEP Process and Being Your Child’s Advocate with Beth LiesenfeldYour child needs an advocate and support in school, but just what does that look like and how can you navigate that process?In this episode, Beth Liesenfeld from the IEP Lab shares the ins and outs of what an IEP is, the process of securing one for your child, and how to be the best advocate for your child. Are you ready to become the exact parent advocate your child needs?Join Beth Liesenfeld for her free IEP Advocacy Summit, on September 22-25th 2022. About our Guest:...
2022-08-3150 minThe Parent IEP LabE62: Assistive Technology EvaluationsHave you ever wondered what Assistive Technology is, what you can do to see if your child would benefit from it, and how to request it from the school? This week we are talking about assistive technology evaluations! **Warning** how every DISTRICT does this is different! This episode is more to let you know AT Evals are a "thing" and the way some districts go about completing them depending on the size of the district! Shownotes: www.TheIEPLab.com/episode62 WATI Resource: www.WATI.org FREE Parent IEP Advocacy Summit: www...
2022-08-3037 minThe Parent IEP LabE62: Assistive Technology EvaluationsHave you ever wondered what Assistive Technology is, what you can do to see if your child would benefit from it, and how to request it from the school? This week we are talking about assistive technology evaluations! **Warning** how every DISTRICT does this is different! This episode is more to let you know AT Evals are a "thing" and the way some districts go about completing them depending on the size of the district! Shownotes: www.TheIEPLab.com/episode62 WATI Resource: www.WATI.org FREE Parent IEP Advocacy Summit: www...
2022-08-3037 minThe Parent IEP LabE61: Orthopedic Impairment [BONUS Eligibility Category Series]If your child has a neurological, muscular, or skeletal disorder, then this episode is for you! From cerebral palsy, muscular distrophy, spina bifita, this is a common category to get children with these diagnoses what they need in school. We go over the eligibility crieteria from Colorado as an example, and also talk about specially designed instruction vs a 504 that comes up frequently with children looking at this category. Need help finding your own state's eligibility deffinition or checklist for OI? Hop into the Facebook group and we will help you find it! Re...
2022-08-2522 minThe Parent IEP LabE61: Orthopedic Impairment [BONUS Eligibility Category Series]If your child has a neurological, muscular, or skeletal disorder, then this episode is for you! From cerebral palsy, muscular distrophy, spina bifita, this is a common category to get children with these diagnoses what they need in school. We go over the eligibility crieteria from Colorado as an example, and also talk about specially designed instruction vs a 504 that comes up frequently with children looking at this category. Need help finding your own state's eligibility deffinition or checklist for OI? Hop into the Facebook group and we will help you find it! Re...
2022-08-2522 minThe Parent IEP LabE60: Specialized Instruction in the IEP with ADHD Experts The Childhood CollectiveThere’s no roadmap on what to do after you get an ADHD diagnosis for your child. It can be confusing and challenging to get the support your child needs to be successful at school. The Childhood Collective joins us today to talk about specialized instruction for children with ADHD. In this episode, we are looking at what specialized instruction is, challenges you may face when advocating for services, why ongoing communication with the teacher is important, medication and pulling back supports, and a breakdown of the different pieces of executive functioning. Sho...
2022-08-2334 minThe Parent IEP LabE60: Specialized Instruction in the IEP with ADHD Experts The Childhood CollectiveThere’s no roadmap on what to do after you get an ADHD diagnosis for your child. It can be confusing and challenging to get the support your child needs to be successful at school. The Childhood Collective joins us today to talk about specialized instruction for children with ADHD. In this episode, we are looking at what specialized instruction is, challenges you may face when advocating for services, why ongoing communication with the teacher is important, medication and pulling back supports, and a breakdown of the different pieces of executive functioning. Sho...
2022-08-2334 minThe Parent IEP LabE59 - Speech and Language Impairment (SLI) [Eligibility Category Bonus Series]If you have a child that is hard to understand (either speech - like articulation or language - grammar, vouce, or order of words, etc) then this podcast goes throught the eligibility category of Speech and Language Impairment to qualify for an IEP! We look at the Colorado State Eligbility Checklist as an example, and talk about frequently missed opportunities for parent advocacy throughout this process! Don't forget to snag your free ticket to the virtual Parent IEP Advocacy Summit! Link to register: www.TheIEPLab.com/summit Link to Colorado's Eligibility che...
2022-08-1828 minThe Parent IEP LabE59 - Speech and Language Impairment (SLI) [Eligibility Category Bonus Series]If you have a child that is hard to understand (either speech - like articulation or language - grammar, vouce, or order of words, etc) then this podcast goes throught the eligibility category of Speech and Language Impairment to qualify for an IEP! We look at the Colorado State Eligbility Checklist as an example, and talk about frequently missed opportunities for parent advocacy throughout this process! Don't forget to snag your free ticket to the virtual Parent IEP Advocacy Summit! Link to register: www.TheIEPLab.com/summit Link to Colorado's Eligibility che...
2022-08-1828 minThe Parent IEP LabE58: Let's Talk IEP Goals with Matt ClovenHave you ever wondered if the goals in your child’s IEP are good goals or if they are the right goals for your child? We are joined by Matt Clovin of Peacewolf Advocacy who is sharing some great insight into what an IEP goal should include. In this episode we are talking about parents’ roles in determining goals for their child, the 3 things IEP goals should include, and examples of "good" and "bad" IEP goals. Shownotes: theieplab.com/episode58 Facebook group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/IEPlab
2022-08-1650 minThe Parent IEP LabE58: Let's Talk IEP Goals with Matt ClovenHave you ever wondered if the goals in your child’s IEP are good goals or if they are the right goals for your child? We are joined by Matt Clovin of Peacewolf Advocacy who is sharing some great insight into what an IEP goal should include. In this episode we are talking about parents’ roles in determining goals for their child, the 3 things IEP goals should include, and examples of "good" and "bad" IEP goals. Shownotes: theieplab.com/episode58 Facebook group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/IEPlab
2022-08-1650 minThe Parent IEP LabE57: Serious Emotional Disability (SED) [Eligibility Bonus Series!]Serious emotional disability is a tough category! It's a little vague, and a lot of opinion (in my opinion!) In this podcast we cover: -Serious Emotional Disability Deffinition -Go through an Eligibility checklist (using Colorado's as an example) -Additional resources for parents regarding this category! Shownotes: www.theieplab.com/episode57 Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/IEPlab Colorado Checklist/Guide to Eligibility (used as an example in this episode): https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdesped/sed_guidelines_2017-12-13
2022-08-1125 minThe Parent IEP LabE57: Serious Emotional Disability (SED) [Eligibility Bonus Series!]Serious emotional disability is a tough category! It's a little vague, and a lot of opinion (in my opinion!) In this podcast we cover: -Serious Emotional Disability Deffinition -Go through an Eligibility checklist (using Colorado's as an example) -Additional resources for parents regarding this category! Shownotes: www.theieplab.com/episode57 Facebook Group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/IEPlab Colorado Checklist/Guide to Eligibility (used as an example in this episode): https://www.cde.state.co.us/cdesped/sed_guidelines_2017-12-13
2022-08-1125 minThe Parent IEP LabE56: Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)What is Least Restrictive Environment? Should your child be in the general education classroom 100% of the day? What is the best LRE percentage for students? In this episode we are diving into what LRE is, why there is no “right” LRE percentage, why LRE needs to be personalized for every individual student, the four categories of LRE, and what to consider when advocating for your child’s LRE. Shownotes: theieplab.com/episode56 Facebook group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/IEPlab
2022-08-0916 minThe Parent IEP LabE56: Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)What is Least Restrictive Environment? Should your child be in the general education classroom 100% of the day? What is the best LRE percentage for students? In this episode we are diving into what LRE is, why there is no “right” LRE percentage, why LRE needs to be personalized for every individual student, the four categories of LRE, and what to consider when advocating for your child’s LRE. Shownotes: theieplab.com/episode56 Facebook group: https://urlgeni.us/facebook/IEPlab
2022-08-0916 minThe Parent IEP LabE55 Other Health Impairment (OHI) [Eligibility Category Bonus Series]Other Health Impairment, otherwise known as OHI, is a difficult category to explain, especially because it tends to be a “catch all” category for any student experiencing lack of endurance (aka fatigue) or attention concerns (aka ADHD like symptoms). Our host Beth Liesenfeld, MOT, OTR/L goes through each area of the Colorado State Eligibility checklist as an example to give you a general idea of what the school team is looking for in an evaluation to qualify under this category, as well as opportunities for parent advocacy to make sure your child is supported in ev...
2022-08-0425 minThe Parent IEP LabE55 Other Health Impairment (OHI) [Eligibility Category Bonus Series]Other Health Impairment, otherwise known as OHI, is a difficult category to explain, especially because it tends to be a “catch all” category for any student experiencing lack of endurance (aka fatigue) or attention concerns (aka ADHD like symptoms). Our host Beth Liesenfeld, MOT, OTR/L goes through each area of the Colorado State Eligibility checklist as an example to give you a general idea of what the school team is looking for in an evaluation to qualify under this category, as well as opportunities for parent advocacy to make sure your child is supported in ev...
2022-08-0425 minThe Parent IEP LabE54 Emotions & Advocacy with Kyira WackettOur emotions play such a huge role in our everyday lives, relationships, and even the effectiveness of our advocacy for our children. Licensed mental health therapist Kyira Wackett of Adversity Rising is joining us today to share some insight into feelings of guilt and shame and how it affects our communication, how to move forward from feelings of lack of trust, anger, and pain, and how processing these feelings leads to acceptance and the ability to look at what your child really needs in order to thrive. Kyira's website: https://adversityrising.com/ ...
2022-08-0239 minThe Parent IEP LabE54 Emotions & Advocacy with Kyira WackettOur emotions play such a huge role in our everyday lives, relationships, and even the effectiveness of our advocacy for our children. Licensed mental health therapist Kyira Wackett of Adversity Rising is joining us today to share some insight into feelings of guilt and shame and how it affects our communication, how to move forward from feelings of lack of trust, anger, and pain, and how processing these feelings leads to acceptance and the ability to look at what your child really needs in order to thrive. Kyira's website: https://adversityrising.com/ ...
2022-08-0239 min
Allison Loves Math PodcastHow to Get the Most Out of Your Child's Math IEP with Beth Liesenfeld"Teach your kids to ask for things when they need them." - Beth Liesenfeld Learning math can become fun and easy if we make the best of the available resources by learning to advocate and approach the appropriate school teams for an effective IEP learning experience. In this episode, I chat with Beth Liesenfeld, an occupational therapist and founder of The IEP Lab, an organization focused on providing insider knowledge about the IEP system and process to enable parents of children with special needs to get an effective IEP and get their child le...
2022-07-0520 min