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

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

January 24, 202348: Dyslexia In The Digital Age
Episode Brief:
You won’t want to miss Jennette Roberes as we demystify the world of dyslexia and the breadcrumbs we can follow to get our students the support they need. Jennette shares so MANY resources in our discussion and after listening you’ll have the tools you need to work with your school for support related to dyslexia.

🔑 Key Takeaways:
Start Early & Follow The Breadcrumbs:
Check Out Resources: Follow the breadcrumbs of behavior to know what your next steps should be. Is it time for a screening?
How Do You Want To Change The World?: Ask your kids this question and watch for the light bulb to go off.
Dyslexia & Technology: What field of tech could your child be passionate about? Explore medical, educational, and recreational fields of tech with your student.
🗣️ Discover Bearly Articulating: https://bit.ly/3D6dKTm
More Resources From Jennette:
International Dyslexia Association: https://bit.ly/3kBigCG
University Of Michigan Dyslexia Help Site: https://bit.ly/3D6V8mh
British Dyslexia Association: https://bit.ly/2n0FxRd
Screening Tools:
Barely Articulating: https://bit.ly/3wF6p9P
Get Jennette’s Book:
Amazon: https://amzn.to/3HjVFDH
For Professionals:
Explore implicit bias and professional growth by researching DEI or DEIJ and make connections with organizations that can support you to grow for your students.
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53 min
January 17, 2023 47: IEP Strategy: Support & Training For School Personnel
14 min
January 10, 202346: Deciphering Verbal Behaviors And ABA With Rose Griffin
Episode Brief:
On this episode we are focusing on all things ABA as we talk with Rose Griffin about deciphering verbal behaviors and understanding how support and services can help students in the classroom and in their social lives. Get ready to learn about ABA therapies and what you can do to get these services for your child and onto the IEP!

🔑 Key Takeaways:
Parents…Make Sure You Advocate:
Ask For An FBA: Parents are the ones who can and should formally request for a Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) if they feel it could benefit their child.
Control The Environment: What can we do to modify the environment to support learning and communication?
Be A Strong Parent: As a parent- seek support, find your community, and as always, trust your gut!
🗣️ Get In Touch With Rose Griffin And ABA Speech: https://bit.ly/3CzKiVg
Explore A Free Master Class:
Toddler And Preschool Age: https://bit.ly/3CzuUZl
School Age: https://bit.ly/3QopkyB

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56 min
January 03, 2023 45: IEP Strategy: Transportation
12 min
December 27, 202244: All Things OCD With Hannah Breckenridge
🔑 Key Takeaways:
OCD Comes In A Lot Of Forms:
Higher Occurrence In The Neurodivergent Population: Hannah told us about a couple of age ranges where OCD is more commonly noticed, these include 9-12 years old and 19-21 years old and may be attributed to transitional stressors.
You’ll Need A Team: Communication, education, and collaboration are key to successfully supporting students with OCD or anxiety
You’re The Model: Don’t forget to try to model behavior, narrating behaviors, and even encouraging curiosity about feelings. This can support more positive outcomes!
🗣️ Get In Touch With Hannah and OCD-DC: https://bit.ly/3hSJGmI
Resources That Hannah Mentioned:
International OCD Foundation: https://bit.ly/2Lt58fM
MidAtlantic Center For OCD & Anxiety: https://bit.ly/3I3vuSK
SPACE Treatment And Education: https://bit.ly/3YK3Yj3

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1 hr 1 min
December 21, 2022 43: IEP Strategy: PE & Adaptive PE
11 min
December 13, 202242: Gifted And Distractable - 2E with Julie Skolnick
Today we jump into the world of 2E students and adults with Julie Skolnick of With Understanding Comes Calm. You won’t want to miss all the tips, resources, and guidance Julie shares with us about supporting 2E kids and adults. Tune in, relax, and get ready to take an amazing journey with Julie.

🔑 Key Takeaways:
2E Students & Adults:
Layered Cake Of Giftedness: You have your frosting, smart and bright potential, and asynchronous development and learning preferences.
Reframing: Consider making things positive and highlighting super powers.
The Parent Pivot: Think about how you can pivot to the frontal lobe of your child to guide them and ask them questions. Remember: Reiterate!
🗣️ Learn More About With Understanding Comes Calm: https://bit.ly/3Y7xIpy
Other 2E Resources Julie Mentioned:
National Association For Gifted Children (NAGC): https://bit.ly/3Hq0mwb
SENG Gifted: https://bit.ly/2YI8Aak

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56 min
December 06, 2022 41: IEP Strategy: Related Services Roles
9 min
November 29, 2022 40: The Three D's With Dr. Lauren McClenney-Rosentein
Join us on our first episode of season two as we do a deep dive into “d-cubed” (dyslexia, dysgraphia, and dyscalculia) with Dr. Lauren from Think Dyslexia! Together we demystify the two lesser known D’s of d-cubed and discuss signs, barriers, and strategies to support your student with these types of learning differences.
57 min
November 22, 2022 39: IEP Strategy: Related Services
10 min