Why do schools react differently when an advocate shows up at the IEP meeting?
In this episode of Special Education Boss® with Karen Mayer Cunningham, we’re joined by Paige Fitzgerald and Kate McAl—former special educators who now advocate for families across the country.
Inside this conversation:
What really happens behind the scenes when an advocate attends
Why many teachers are never formally trained in special education law
How to prevent meetings from becoming combative
Why preparation changes outcomes
How strong advocates raise the level of professionalism at the table
This episode is honest, empowering, and practical for anyone navigating special education.
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🎓 Join The Academy: Frist month is free!
https://academy.specialeducationacademy.com/theepiciep-courses/the-academy/
📲 Download the Special Education Academy app: https://app.specialeducationacademy.com
Remember:
“When we get it right for the child, we get it right for everybody.”
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#ParentAdvocate
#SPEDLaw
#IDEA2004
#CompensatoryServices
#Paraprofessional
#StateComplaint
#FAPE
#BehaviorSupport
#InclusionMatters
#SpecialEducationRights
#IEPMeetingTips
#DisabilityAdvocacy
#KnowYourRights
#AskTheAdvocate
In this episode of Special Education Boss® with Karen Mayer Cunningham, we’re joined by Paige Fitzgerald and Kate McAl—former special educators who now advocate for families across the country.
Inside this conversation:
What really happens behind the scenes when an advocate attends
Why many teachers are never formally trained in special education law
How to prevent meetings from becoming combative
Why preparation changes outcomes
How strong advocates raise the level of professionalism at the table
This episode is honest, empowering, and practical for anyone navigating special education.
📘 Get The Epic IEP™: https://amzn.to/3Ll0Dos
🎓 Join The Academy: Frist month is free!
https://academy.specialeducationacademy.com/theepiciep-courses/the-academy/
📲 Download the Special Education Academy app: https://app.specialeducationacademy.com
Remember:
“When we get it right for the child, we get it right for everybody.”
#epic
#SpecialEducationBoss
#KarenMayerCunningham
#IEPHelp
#504Plan
#SpecialEducation
#IEPAdvocate
#ParentAdvocate
#SPEDLaw
#IDEA2004
#CompensatoryServices
#Paraprofessional
#StateComplaint
#FAPE
#BehaviorSupport
#InclusionMatters
#SpecialEducationRights
#IEPMeetingTips
#DisabilityAdvocacy
#KnowYourRights
#AskTheAdvocate