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We recently had the chance to speak at the BOOST Conference about our podcast, the IEP system, and special education in general. The BOOST Conference is an annual event to inspire youth, learning, and change. Many different educational professionals attend the conference in Palm Springs, California, to participate in classes, workshops, and networking events, and to explore the latest in technology and innovation related to education. Join us to hear this live presentation and the Q & A session!
Show Highlights:
An overview of the IEP podcastWhat is an IEP? What are IEP meetings?The importance of collaboration in the entire IEP processIndividualization, not comparison, is most helpful in the IEP process.The vital need for parents to talk to the teachers before the IEP meeting95% of the conflict in IEP meetings is due to a communication breakdown.Links/Resources:
Find out more about the BOOST Conference: Website
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We are pivoting from our normal education-centric topics today to take a broader view of the financial side of raising a child with a disability. We want to make sure that families, and people working with these families, have all the resources and tools for a well-rounded toolkit for supporting their kids. We welcome James Lange to the podcast to share his practical insights and expertise.
James Lange is a CPA, a state attorney in Pennsylvania, and the author of nine best-selling financial books. He is a nationally recognized IRA, 401(k), and retirement plan distribution expert. As a result of his daughter’s disability, James developed a passion for helping parents who need to provide sufficient care for a disabled child even beyond their own lifetime. He explains how he and his wife are providing for their daughter’s future and what parents of a disabled child should do right now to ensure the financial future of their child.
Show Highlights:
James’ plan to provide for his daughter for the rest of her lifeJames’ mission to help parents of children with disabilities optimize their financial assetsThree steps to take right now for your disabled child: Get your child qualified for government benefits in the SSI or SSDI. (James explains the #1 mistake most parents make in applying for these benefits.)Get your estate planning done appropriately with the proper trust or conservatorship option. (Don’t rely on “Joe Schmo Attorney” for this!)Get the Roth IRA conversion strategy done right by a financial professional. (The difference in doing this correctly and incorrectly can amount to a huge difference in available funds for your child.) Best resources for parents to use in their education and planning:Get James’ FREE book, Retire Secure for Parents of a Child with a Disability. Click here!Sign up for Expert Advice for Parents of Children with Disabilities: A Virtual Summit, June 18-20, 2024. Click here for more information about this FREE event!Links/Resources:
Connect with James Lange: Disabled Child Planning, Pay Taxes Later, and LInkedIn
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We are joined today by a special guest, Michael Hingson, host of the Unstoppable Mindset podcast. We have shared a lot of time on each other’s podcasts and learned a lot from Michael’s perspective on special education, especially what he experienced in the very early days of special ed. Join us to learn more about Michael’s life and work!
Michael Hingson has a unique story. With a master’s degree in physics, Mike is an educator, best-selling author, inspirational speaker, and disability advocate–and he is blind and a 9/11 World Trade Center survivor. When his premature birth called for a pure oxygen environment, his retinas were irreparably damaged, and he has been blind ever since. His parents were urged to institutionalize him because “no blind child can ever amount to anything or contribute to society”---or so the doctors said. His parents refused and gave him every chance to learn, sending him to public schools throughout his life. He earned his physics degree and secondary education teacher credential, going on to become an accomplished salesman and sales manager. He is a coveted keynote speaker and the author of the bestseller, Thunder Dog: The Story of a Blind Man, His Guide Dog, and the Triumph of Trust.
Show Highlights:
Mike’s story: science, sales, the early days of disability law, and a life of advocacyMichael’s learning process with guide dogs and white canesMichael’s 9/11 experience at the World Trade Center which led to his book, Thunder Dog“Disability does not mean a lack of ability.”We will have Mike back very soon for Part 2 of this conversation, in which we will discuss his involvement in technology development to help many people with disabilities of all kinds. Stay tuned!Links/Resources:
Connect with Michael Hingson: Website, Unstoppable Mindset podcast, and Thunder Dog book
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It’s a very busy time of year for everyone involved in IEP meetings, for sure! In today’s episode, we are discussing IEP meetings and the roles of compassionate educators who want to look beyond strict compliance to genuinely meet the needs of students with disabilities and special needs. Join us for the conversation!
Andrew Goff taught early childhood special education in five different least restrictive environments for 12 years. He took this unique insight into his doctoral program, from which he graduated in 2017. As he moved into the community college system in Colorado, he is currently the lead instructor at Colorado Northwestern Community College, not far from Steamboat Springs. Based on his life as an educator, he has written the memoir, Love Is a Classroom and is a fierce advocate for “inclusion–early, everywhere, and always.”
Show Highlights:
Andrew’s unique perspective on IEP meetings after teaching across early grade levels and into the college systemThe key to effective IEP services is to start early and not wait until the teenage years.Andrew’s book—and the emotions it stirred up in himThe need for more training for educators in compassion and creativityThe value of teaching assistants in creating a compassionate community in the classroomA focus on compliance puts special education in a restrictive box.What Andrew wishes teachers and parents knew before going into IEP meetingsLinks/Resources:
Connect with Andrew Goff and his work: Website, Love Is a Classroom book, Love Is a Classroom podcast, podcast on Spotify, Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube
Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org
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Today’s episode is Part 2 to our recent solo episode about English language learners. We are focusing on the bigger picture of language as only one part of a child’s entire cultural context affecting performance on all educational and neuropsychological evaluations. Join us to learn more from today’s guest!
Dr. Alexander Tan is a board-certified clinical neuropsychologist and supervisor at Children’s Hospital of Orange County (CHOC). His expertise is in the assessment of neurological and neurodevelopmental disorders in children and adolescents. He is an internationally recognized expert and frequent speaker about topics such as autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, and mental health.
Show Highlights:
Dr. Tan’s background and how he came to the work he does today in private practice and at CHOCUnderstanding language, cultural context, neurodiversity, and why there are limitations and problems with inappropriate assessment methodsBilingualism—a multifaceted construct that always requires “digging deeper”Dr. Tan’s experience with parents’ frustrations at evaluations that don’t show a fair and accurate representation of their childA neuropsychological evaluation that is culturally and linguistically responsive can help avoid major risks.ALL aspects of a child’s culture must be considered in evaluations, including language, nonverbal communication, values, economics, etc.Links/Resources:
Connect with Dr. Alexander Tan: Website
Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org
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Are you paying attention to the calendar? As we find ourselves in the last few weeks of the school year, this is your friendly reminder to act fast for the annual transition IEP meetings that should be happening. In today’s episode, we are discussing the power of “stay put” as it applies to keeping things the same in IEP accommodations and services while being in disagreement with a proposed change. Join us for a closer look!
Show Highlights:
“Stay put” is not just for due process cases but is one of the most important parental legal rights.The federal law is consistent but state-to-state nuances depend on consent status.Understanding how stay-put reverts to the last consented-to IEPReal-life examples of stay-put scenariosOur recommendations for a partial consent/partial stay-putUnderstanding the word placement as it’s used in IEP languagePotential exceptions to the stay-put ruleLinks/Resources:
Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org
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Today's show is a replay of a very popular and informative episode that we hope you'll enjoy.
Today’s topic has popped up recently in some of our cases, and it’s an important one to cover because it is under-supported and often overlooked in the IEP world. We are discussing the ELL designation, which stands for “English Language Learner.” Join us to learn when a child should be designated as an ELL, how things should progress from there, and what the school district’s obligations are when that designation is given.
Show Highlights:
A student’s ethnicity can prompt false assumptions that come with an ELL designation (which can mean different things in different cases).Understanding the differences in an ELL designation, an ESL designation, and a dual immersion programA student’s language proficiency impacts their ability to learn in different environments–and the IEP should reflect this fact.A student’s primary language can have unique nuances that are very different from English, which greatly affects testing, evaluations, and assessments. Considerations about inherent racial bias in assessments–and why they should be done in a student’s native languageLinks/Resources:
Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org
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Welcome to a very special episode! Karen Odell-Barber with Neurologics was a recent guest on our show, so we returned the favor by appearing on her podcast, Tackling Brain Health. We are excited to share that episode today. You’ll learn more about our journeys, the origins of our law firm and podcast, and the important work that calls to us on behalf of students and families. Join us!
Show Highlights:
The varied paths that led Amanda and Vickie to be special education attorneys after meeting in law schoolSpecial education law: “The wild, wild west”Karen’s personal experience in being diagnosed with a profound learning disabilityAmanda and Vickie’s approach in helping families, filing for due process, and working with school teamsThe reality of trying to get needed accommodations for students–and why Vickie and Amanda are doing things differentlyThe difference between a special ed attorney and an advocateAmanda and Vickie’s message to parents about the services and role of a special ed attorneyIn identifying and securing accommodations, early intervention is the key!The problems when teachers don’t understand the law and make assumptions about studentsExamples of students who can benefit from the help of a special ed attorneyLinks/Resources:
Check out the Tackling Brain Health podcast with Karen Odell-Barber!
Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org
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We are in the season of Spring Break and Easter, which means transition IEP meetings should be happening. If you have procrastinated, it’s not too late! If your child is transitioning from preschool to kindergarten, from sixth grade to middle school, from middle school to high school, or even beyond high school into a vocational program, you’ll learn valuable information in today’s episode. Join us!
Show Highlights:
Be proactive in scheduling transition IEPs and annual/triennial meetings.The importance of assessing your student’s current accommodations for proper implementation and effectivenessExamples of accommodationsSpecifics in accommodations are necessary so the interpretation of the IEP words “as needed” isn’t left up to the teacherThe problems with vaguely worded accommodationsBest practices for meetings that generate specific and solution-oriented IEPsAny modification or accommodation that works for your student should be written into the IEP.Links/Resources:
Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org
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We are learning more and more all the time about how our brains function and what it means to be neurodiverse. In this episode, we explore cutting-edge technologies in the field of brain optimization, which has huge implications in special education. Join us to learn more!
We are joined by Karen Odell-Barber, the founder and CEO of Neurologics, a technology company that does brain mapping and optimization of the brain producing permanent cognitive repair. This optimization leads to an additional 15 functional IQ points for every person who does optimization, regardless of age, along with a wild improvement in memory. As a traumatic brain injury survivor with a severe learning disability, Karen is passionate about brain health and helping people improve their lives.
Show Highlights:
Neurologic technology was developed at NASA’s Jet Propulsion Laboratory and incorporates psychometric testing measures.The significance of adding functional IQ points through brain optimizationWhy brain function is the foundation of everything we doKaren’s work with addicted people A child can utilize a higher-functioning brain and still have learning differences.Karen’s message: “Brain optimization can have a huge impact on learning and life.”Karen’s examples of how even a 40-point jump in functional IQ points is possible with brain optimization!How “pruning” occurs in the brain at ages 6-7, 14, and 19-25—and what that meansThe hurdle of getting schools to use science and technology in special educationLinks/Resources:
Connect with Karen Odell-Barber and Neurologics: Website, YouTube, and Tackling Brain Health podcast
Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org
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Today’s topic has popped up recently in some of our cases, and it’s an important one to cover because it is under-supported and often overlooked in the IEP world. We are discussing the ELL designation, which stands for “English Language Learner.” Join us to learn when a child should be designated as an ELL, how things should progress from there, and what the school district’s obligations are when that designation is given.
Show Highlights:
A student’s ethnicity can prompt false assumptions that come with an ELL designation (which can mean different things in different cases).Understanding the differences in an ELL designation, an ESL designation, and a dual immersion programA student’s language proficiency impacts their ability to learn in different environments–and the IEP should reflect this fact.A student’s primary language can have unique nuances that are very different from English, which greatly affects testing, evaluations, and assessments. Considerations about inherent racial bias in assessments–and why they should be done in a student’s native languageLinks/Resources:
Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org
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On our very first episode of 2024, we were joined by Dan Jordan to discuss the transition to college and accommodations for students with IEPs and 504 Plans. Dan joins us for Part 2 to that conversation to educate us on the student’s responsibility. We are taking a close look at the actual steps students need to take as they transition past high school and what we should realistically expect college freshmen to do on their own. Join us to learn more!
Dan Jordan worked for ten years as a therapist on a college campus, providing information about accommodations for students with disabilities, and he now works in a college counseling center. Because his son has numerous learning disabilities, Dan understands the world of special education and learning accommodations both from a parental and professional perspective.
Show Highlights:
Why a student has to decide if they are going to ask for accommodations in college or not (Dan’s advice: Ask for them anyway!)How accommodations can provide a sense of familiarity in the transition to an unfamiliar environmentHow students have to account for how they use unstructured time in college and have support in placeDan’s advice about choosing a college and considering academic coaching and servicesHow students have to ask for accommodations and ask the right questions about testing, scheduling, policies, etc. Why students need practice at an early age in self-advocacy and speaking up for themselvesLinks/Resources:
Connect with Dan Jordan: Website (Check out the courses and other resources!), Facebook, and Instagram
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Today’s topic is interesting and timely as California joins 22 other states in requiring public schools to teach cursive writing. This has been a hotly debated issue, and today’s guest has a lot to share about the benefits of cursive writing.
Dr. Christina Bretz is an Occupational Therapist from Lexington, KY, who is passionate about how handwriting skills help students across all academic areas. She is currently the Senior Internal Learning Manager at Learning Without Tears, where she has worked for 25 years.
Show Highlights:
How cursive faded from the curriculum when states adopted Common Core standardsThe benefits for students who begin cursive writing instruction in 3rd gradeHow Dr. Christina sees students gain confidence with handwriting skillsHow cursive writing provides practical help for students with ADHD, dyslexia, and dysgraphiaHow cursive writing helps provide multi-sensory learning stylesWhy there is pushback about teaching cursive writingHow cursive writing can be integrated into all academic subject areas and implemented with special education studentsLinks/Resources:
Connect with Dr. Christina Bretz and Learning Without Tears: Website
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In this episode, we delve into the details of a landmark settlement in California, where a $2 billion fund has been allocated to address the learning loss experienced by students during the COVID-19 pandemic. This historic agreement, known as the Kala J. settlement, aims not only to recoup the losses suffered by students but also to narrow the opportunity gaps that existed even before the pandemic, particularly for Black and Latino communities. Led by the Public Council and other organizations, this settlement is poised to bring about significant changes in the education landscape, focusing on evidence-based programs and new legislation.
However, amidst the optimism, there are concerns about how this settlement will be implemented and whether it will truly benefit all students, including those with disabilities who often face additional challenges. As attorneys who specialize in education law, we examine the implications of this settlement and the potential hurdles that lie ahead. Join us as we explore the intricacies of this groundbreaking agreement and its impact on the future of education in California.
Show Highlights:
Introduction to the historic settlement in California, focusing on learning loss due to the COVID-19 pandemicThe settlement, not a special education case, aims to address learning loss across demographics.Public Council and other organizations led the lawsuit, emphasizing the need to close opportunity gaps for black and brown studentsThe $2 billion settlement will not directly go to families but will fund evidence-based programs and propose new legislation.Concerns are raised about public perception, potential lack of consideration for kids having IEPs, and the need for effective implementation of programsThe settlement earmarks existing funds for specific use, requiring legislative action and potential challenges in enforcement and implementation.Links/Resources:
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We are excited to celebrate this 300th episode! It’s been a long time coming! What a great time it is to reflect back on the start of this podcast and why we wanted to have this avenue to start—and change—the conversation about education, civil rights, and disability rights. Today’s guest is the epitome of someone who wants to change the way we approach education, taking how things have “always been” and seeing what’s possible for the future. She shares specific examples of inclusive education from a big-picture view of someone who is in the trenches of today’s educational system. Maybe it’s time for our educational system to do a lot of things differently! Join us to learn more!
Lacey Robinson began as an early childhood teacher and later moved into various school administration roles. As the CEO and president of UnboundEd, she sits shoulder-to-shoulder with educators, providing professional development that is engaging and affirming to inspire organizational and institutional change.
Show Highlights:
What Lacey sees in our current educational system as she conducts trainings How educators have become political pawns–but not prioritiesWhy it should be “Us vs. the issue” instead of Us (teachers) vs. Them (parents)How Lacey began her journey into advocacy for studentsLacey’s practical tip for teachers to be more inclusive: Make it a priority to KNOW your students and build a supportive relationship with them.Why we have lost what it means to teach and learn in the USHow our current educational system needs a revamping and a resetHow dramatic changes happened at Lacey’s middle school one year when she had the special education team write the bell scheduleLacey’s #1 takeaway: “Whether you are a parent, educator, classroom teacher, or principal, understand that you are part of a community. Together, we can solve the barriers and issues that confront us.”Links/Resources:
Connect with Lacey Robinson and UnboundEd: Website
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Today’s episode is a replay of Lynzy Coughlin’s podcast, Motherhood Meets Medicine, where Vickie recently appeared as a recent guest. She provided a lot of helpful information for parents about a 504 plan or when an IEP is in place. You will learn what rights parents have in these cases, along with what a parent can ask and advocate for in their child’s education. Join us!
Show Highlights:
What led Vickie into special education lawWhy Vickie and Amanda decided to provide pro bono and low bono rates at their practiceHow the Inclusive Education Project came to be to help spread information about the law, the rights of parents, and to normalize the conversation around special educationWhat the IDEA (Individuals with Disabilities in Education Act) provides as a federal law and how state laws can vary widelyWhere parents can begin when an IEP is first put in placeWhy it’s frustrating from a parent’s perspective to understand 504s and IEPsRecommended resources to help parents prepare for IEP meetings and understand the law and their rights: www.wrightslaw.com and www.inclusiveeducationproject.org A rundown of parents’ rights in requesting frequent updates, identifying accommodations that work best, and requesting additions to the IEPWhat issues parents might face that would signal that the help of a special education attorney is neededVickie’s advice to parents: “Trust your gut. You are the expert on your child.”Links/Resources:
Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org
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Connect with Lynzy Coughlin
https://lynzyandco.com/podcast/
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Here we are, well into January and the second half of the school year. As we often do, we like to remind you not to let deadlines pass concerning transitions, charter school lotteries, special program enrollments, and IEP meetings. Don’t let the time get away from you if your child is ready for one of these changes. In today’s solo episode, we are focusing on some of the difficulties and roadblocks we encounter around the IEP process, specifically how open communication and a spirit of collaboration are always beneficial to the process. Join us!
Show Highlights:
How we, as special education attorneys, function in our roles as middlemen between the family and their school districtHow to approach an IEP meeting in which you want to ask for changes to your child’s program and accommodationsWhy everyone on the IEP team should have the ultimate shared goal to support the student–no matter what that looks like!How a collaborative approach benefits the student’s progress in many ways and makes things easier for everyoneExamples of client situations that turned around because ONE person on the IEP team stepped in to cooperate for the student’s successLinks/Resources:
Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org
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The New Year is always a great time for a fresh start, especially as we get back into the swing of the school year after the holiday break. It’s a time to set intentions and make a plan for the second half of the school year, and we are here to remind you to think about scheduling those transition meetings now before the second semester gets away. Today’s guest gives us a young person’s look at neurodiversity, advocacy, and inclusion. In championing the cause of neurodiversity, she gives us ways to be more inclusive of people living with disabilities. Join us to learn more!
Alyssa Lego is an author, community builder, and junior at Boston College. She is the creator behind You, Me, Neurodiversity, the children’s book series on a mission to change the way we write about and read about autism and neurodiversity. Because Alyssa’s younger brother, Michael, is on the spectrum and non-vocal, she saw a lot of the ableism and discrimination he faced as a young student. She wanted to leverage her talents and interests to advocate for him and others and is carrying that mission into her adult life.
Show Highlights:
How Alyssa began taking action as an advocate as a 14-year-oldHow we can shift the perspective about autism and neurodiversityHow the younger generation is leading the way in tolerance, inclusion, and acceptanceThe resources available through You Me Neurodiversity: four books about Max, Lily, Henry, and Julie; You Me We Circle Time Kits, and interactive activity and coloring booksLinks/Resources:
Connect with Alyssa and You Me Neurodiversity: Facebook, Email, and Books on Amazon
Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org
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There are so many misconceptions about special education that we hear frequently. In today’s show, we address those, along with understanding how behavioral tools are used in the classroom. Join us to learn more!
We are joined by Hayley Montelongo, a Behavior Interventionist for a public school district with a career history in early childhood education. Hayley is a special ed teacher with a focus on behavioral analysis, and she is passionate about her role in helping students, parents, and educators.
Show Highlights:
What drew Hayley to the behavior analysis aspect of special educationHow Hayley functions as the middleman between IEP teams and the BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst)What the training looks like for a behavior aideHow Hayley works with teachers to implement a behavior planWhat Hayley wants parents to understand about a behavior planHayley’s perspective about common misconceptions around special education regarding token boards, positive reinforcement, and consistencyLinks/Resources:
Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org
Thank you for listening!
Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday.
If you enjoyed this episode and believe in our message, then please help us get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Google Play. It helps other listeners find this show.
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Happy New Year! Whether your kiddos are already back to school or they have a few more days of Christmas Break, we all need to get ready for the second half of the school year. If you have a junior, senior, or even a student in junior high, it is never too early to start planning for the transition to college. Today’s guest knows the ins and outs of this transition to college and how accommodations work, specifically for students with IEPs and 504 Plans. Join us to learn more!
Dan Jordan worked for ten years as a therapist on a college campus, providing information about accommodations for students with disabilities. He now works in a college counseling center. Because his son has numerous learning disabilities, Dan understands the world of special education and learning accommodations both from a parental and professional perspective.
Show Highlights:
What parents need to know in preparing for the transition to college, applying for accommodations, etc. Dan’s advice to parents about preparing their child for self-advocacy and responsibility in college and a careerWhy a big part of prepping for the world beyond high school rests on the student’s understanding of themselves and feeling accepted and includedWhat the statistics show about kids understanding and acknowledging their disability beyond high schoolLinks/Resources:
Connect with Dan Jordan: Website (Check out the courses and other resources!), Facebook, and Instagram
Contact us on social media or through our website for more information on the IEP Learning Center: www.inclusiveeducationproject.org
Thank you for listening!
Don’t forget to SUBSCRIBE to the show to receive every new episode delivered straight to your podcast player every Tuesday.
If you enjoyed this episode and believe in our message, then please help us get the word out about this podcast. Rate and Review this show on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher Radio, or Google Play. It helps other listeners find this show.
Be sure to connect with us and reach out with any questions/concerns:
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