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

November 15, 2022 38: IEP Strategy: Short-Term Objectives & Benchmarks
10 min
November 08, 2022 37: Jayson Davies, OTR/L, Response to Intervention and Supporting Students
Jayson Davies, MA, OTR/L, is the host of the OT Schoolhouse Podcast and has been a school-based occupational therapist since 2012. With experience as both a contracted therapist and an "in-house" employee for two distinctly different districts, Jayson has had the opportunity to appreciate the differences between both small-rural and large-suburban districts. In 2014, Jayson earned his Certification in Sensory Integration and Praxis Tests (SIPT) to better serve his students. Recently, Jayson has put forth his efforts toward educating therapists on how they incorporate themselves into tiered, collaborative programming and managing their workloads. Jayson is excited to help build knowledge among school-based OTs and educators through the OT Schoolhouse podcast, conference & courses.
57 min
November 01, 2022 36: IEP Strategy: Measurable IEP Goals
15 min
October 25, 2022 35: Why Different is Awesome with Stacey Montgomery

When children celebrate what makes them unique, they feel good about themselves and learn to appreciate the diversity in the world around them. Listen in as Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P, and Stacey Montgomery, social-emotional learning innovator/author, discuss how to help kids understand and embrace differences. They discuss social-emotional learning, the benefits, and ideas for creating a more inclusive school community. This episode has tips for talking to kids about differences and ways to develop SEL skills at home. Stacey also shares some of her favorite journal prompts to develop self-awareness and confidence. Tune in now for some expert advice on how to help your child celebrate what makes them special and why different is awesome!

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You can connect with Wendy on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn, as well as browse her website Learning Essentials for tutoring resources, blog posts, and more!

50 min
October 25, 2022 35: Why Different is Awesome, with Stacey Mongomery
When children celebrate what makes them unique, they feel good about themselves and learn to appreciate the diversity in the world around them. Listen in as Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P, and Stacey Montgomery, social-emotional learning innovator/author, discuss how to help kids understand and embrace differences. They discuss social-emotional learning, the benefits, and ideas for creating a more inclusive school community. This episode has tips for talking to kids about differences and ways to develop SEL skills at home. Stacey also shares some of her favorite journal prompts to develop self-awareness and confidence. Tune in now for some expert advice on how to help your child celebrate what makes them unique and why different is awesome!

Get ten free tips to prep for an IEP meeting today! with BONUS: 5 questions to ask at the IEP meeting. https://learningessentialsedu.ck.page/

You can connect with Wendy on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn and browse her website Learning Essentials for tutoring resources, blog posts, and more!
50 min
October 18, 2022 34: IEP Strategy: Academic and Functional Present Levels
The Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance Statement (PLAAFP, or “present levels”) is a key part of your child's Individualized Education Program (IEP).
9 min
October 11, 2022 33: Behavior, School Refusal, and How to Support with Ariel Kornblum, PsyD, BCBA, LBA
Have you been the parent with the kid crying at home, saying they will not go to school? Maybe you’ve been the teacher at school wondering where your student has been after missing school for four days in a row? Anxiety can be one of the biggest stressors in school refusal. Jump in as our guest, Ariel Kornblum talks about how validating what our children feel can help us a long way in our collective journey to school success. She tells us how important it is to work as a team: parent, school staff, outside providers, and child. Getting everyone on board allows us to see what is right for each individual kid, ultimately getting them to school and learning. You don’t want to miss this episode, as Ariel gives great tips to implement today!

Learn more about Dr. Kornblum - www.ManhattanPsychologyGroup.com

Get ten free tips to prep for an IEP meeting today! with BONUS: 5 questions to ask at the IEP meeting. https://learningessentialsedu.ck.page/

You can connect with Wendy on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn, as well as browse her website Learning Essentials for tutoring resources, blog posts, and more!

51 min
October 04, 2022 32: IEP Parent Participation
9 min
September 27, 2022 31: IEP Team Members

Have you ever wondered who everyone is and if the right people are even at the IEP meeting? Today, we are going to dive into IEP teams. Who should be there, how someone may be excused from a meeting and what to do if you want to bring a lawyer to a meeting?

Get ten free tips to prep for an IEP meeting today! with BONUS: 5 questions to ask at the IEP meeting. https://learningessentialsedu.ck.page/

You can connect with Wendy on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn and browse her website Learning Essentials for tutoring resources, blog posts, and more!
11 min
September 20, 2022 30: Parent Role in the IEP and three often missed opportunities for parent advocacy (that helps professionals help their kids, too!), with Beth Liesenfeld, MOT, OTR/L
Beth Liesenfeld, MOT, OTR/L, founded The IEP Lab and hosts her own podcast, “The Parent IEP Lab.” An occupational therapist, Beth transitioned from working in clinics and homes to working in schools, where she saw a need for parents to be better informed and engaged with the IEP process. Through The IEP Lab, Beth helps parents learn how to advocate for an effective IEP. Listen in to hear about the 3 things parents can do to be more involved with the IEP process and ensure that a constructive plan is implemented throughout the year. For more information, visit theieplab.com!

Get ten free tips to prep for an IEP meeting today! with BONUS: 5 questions to ask at the IEP meeting. https://learningessentialsedu.ck.page/

You can connect with Wendy on Instagram, Twitter, Facebook, and LinkedIn and browse her website Learning Essentials for tutoring resources, blog posts, and more!

56 min