Eye gaze AAC is powerful technology — but understanding how it works is key to using it effectively.

In this episode, experts break down how high-tech eye gaze systems use infrared lights, cameras, and specialized software to track eye movement and translate it into communication. We also discuss why eye gaze isn’t plug-and-play, why professional support and proper calibration are essential, and what real-life use actually looks like at home, at school, and in everyday settings.

If you’re considering an eye gaze system or supporting someone who uses one, this conversation offers practical insight into what makes eye gaze successful.

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In this episode of Undivided Voices, Dr. Sarah Pelangka, special education advocate and owner of KnowIEPs, breaks down one of the most important—and often overwhelming—parts of the special education process: assessments.

Dr. Pelangka explains how assessments work, how they’re administered, how to read and understand results, and what families can do if they disagree with the findings. This conversation offers practical guidance to help parents feel more confident, informed, and prepared when assessments impact their child’s IEP and services.

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Ever wonder what really happens behind closed doors in special education? 👀 IEP meetings are just the tip of the iceberg—and there’s a lot families don’t always hear.

In this episode, we’re joined by Daphne Zacky Bold, a licensed educational psychologist, educational consultant, and longtime special education advocate with nearly 20 years of experience supporting students with diverse learning needs. Daphne pulls back the curtain on what families should know, what schools don’t always explain, and how parents can better advocate for their children.

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Once you’ve done all your individualized education plan (IEP) prep work, how do you make sure the IEP meeting itself goes smoothly and covers all your concerns? We sat down with Undivided's Non-Attorney Education Advocate Lisa Carey to learn more about how to make sure our priorities get covered in an IEP meeting, red flags to watch out for, and other tips to help us advocate for our kids' needs in school.

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Leslie Lobel, Undivided's Director of Health Plan Advocacy, and Lisa Concoff Kronbeck, Undivided's Public Benefits Specialist, explain the funding resources available to parents and how to navigate them during this Undivided Live event.

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Join Dr. Caitlin Solone, education advocate, teacher-educator, and academic administrator for the disability studies program at UCLA, about the questions parents should ask when it comes to alternate and modified curriculum. Here are the top takeaways from our discussion!

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IEPs evolve in high school, just like our kids do. We’re starting to focus on those vision statements and what comes after high school as our teens near adulthood, but how can we know all of the options and possibilities for support? Join Undivided Education Advocate Lisa Carey, as we covered major milestones and steps to take from age 14 to 21 so that you can feel confident you’re preparing your teen for adulthood.

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Parents often ask, “How can I afford it all?” From therapies to medical supplies, expenses add up quickly. Lisa Concoff Kronbeck and Leslie Lobel, Undivided’s experts in public benefits and insurance, share tips on maximizing private insurance and Medi-Cal to cover your child’s needs while saving money.

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In this episode, Undivided’s Education Advocate Lisa Carey unpacks some of the most common — and confusing — things said in IEP meetings. From “We don’t usually offer that” to “Let’s wait and see,” Lisa explains what these statements really mean and how you can respond with clarity and confidence.

You’ll walk away with practical scripts, advocacy tips, and Lisa’s personal playbook for navigating IEP conversations like a pro. Whether you’re prepping for your first IEP or your tenth, this episode gives you the tools to show up informed, empowered, and ready to collaborate.

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In this Undivided Voices episode, non-attorney education advocate Lisa Carey shares how to spot the signs, ask the right questions, and create a plan that truly supports your child’s needs. Whether you’re facing challenges with accommodations, progress, or just that gut feeling something’s off, Lisa offers practical, empowering steps to help you advocate with confidence and clarity.

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