Welcome to Is Anybody Listening? A podcast where we combine expert perspectives & lived experience for the special needs parent.
Our goal is to offer a place of comfort and understanding. A place where you can get factual information, free from jargon, and the experience of parents who have been there and get it. We will help you, as parents and caregivers, understand the process all the way through - starting with diagnosis and journeying into the challenges of parenthood.
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Welcome to Is Anybody Listening? A podcast where we combine expert perspectives & lived experience for the special needs parent.
Our goal is to offer a place of comfort and understanding. A place where you can get factual information, free from jargon, and the experience of parents who have been there and get it. We will help you, as parents and caregivers, understand the process all the way through - starting with diagnosis and journeying into the challenges of parenthood.
Episode 7 - School Supports and IEPs (The Meat and Potatoes)
Is Anybody Listening
57 minutes 39 seconds
9 months ago
Episode 7 - School Supports and IEPs (The Meat and Potatoes)
In this episode, hosts discuss school services for children with disabilities, focusing on Individualized Education Programs (IEPs), 504 plans, and SAT plans. They explain legal guidelines, the evaluation process, and types of support available. Ranzi and Jacie share their experiences transitioning their children from early intervention to school-based services. The hosts also address the importance of parental involvement and advocacy within the special education system.
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Rating Request
00:22 Discussing School and Education Post-Diagnosis
00:54 Understanding School Services and Federal Laws
01:53 IEPs, 504 Plans, and SAT Plans Explained
09:22 Navigating Early Intervention and School Transitions
22:45 The Evaluation Process and Timelines
29:25 Understanding Special Education Eligibility
30:40 Navigating Educational Needs and Services
31:07 Eligibility Categories Explained
32:25 State Variations in Eligibility Criteria
33:19 IEP Coding and Challenges
37:16 IEP Structure and Goals
41:52 Accommodations and Modifications
44:41 Least Restrictive Environment (LRE)
49:15 Procedural Safeguards and Parental Rights
52:54 Independent Educational Evaluations (IEE)
53:33 Conclusion and Next Steps
Is Anybody Listening
Welcome to Is Anybody Listening? A podcast where we combine expert perspectives & lived experience for the special needs parent.
Our goal is to offer a place of comfort and understanding. A place where you can get factual information, free from jargon, and the experience of parents who have been there and get it. We will help you, as parents and caregivers, understand the process all the way through - starting with diagnosis and journeying into the challenges of parenthood.
