Special Education Strategist: Expert Advice for IEPs, 504 Plans, Dyslexia, Parent Advocacy, Learning Disabilities, Executive Function, Dysgraphia, ADHD, Autism, Neurodivergent

140: Is Pull-Out Support Helping or Hurting? Navigating Special Ed Services with Clarity

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Join Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P and special education strategist, alongside guest Jackie Beach—early childhood expert and founder of Rally Family Support—as they unpack the real impact of pull-out vs. push-in services. Are students gaining what they need or missing what matters most?

This episode is part of our 12-week, parent-focused summer series answering real IEP questions with real strategies.

3 Key Takeaways
  • Ask the right questions: Timing, impact, and provider consistency matter.
  • Balance is everything: A strong IEP should support both learning and belonging.
  • Collaboration counts: General and special ed teams must align goals to keep kids connected.
    • Resources Mentioned
    • Learn more about LRE (Least Restrictive Environment): Center for Parent Information and Resources
    • Understand your rights under IDEA: Wrightslaw’s Parent Guide to IDEA
    • Visualize service time: Use this sample IEP service tracker from Understood.org
      • Contact Wendy
      Website: LearningEssentialsEDU.com
      Instagram: @learningessentials
      LinkedIn: Wendy Taylor
      Facebook: TutoringLE

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      Cracking the Code to Special Education Eligibility – Learn the 4 Es and unlock services your child deserves: Click here


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      Connect with Jackie Beach
      Jackie Beach is the founder of Rally Family Support and an expert in early childhood systems and family engagement. Learn more: https://www.rallysupportsfamilies.com/
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