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.

Looking for more IEP prep support? Our full guide is here: https://undivided.io/resources/128

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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Worried about statewide district budget deficits and unknown federal cuts? Education attorney Dina Kaplan will answer questions about school when the stakes seem higher than ever.

Although we’re always concerned with ensuring our kids’ rights to an education are protected, we know this isn’t a typical school year. Reality has set in and many parents are stressed about about how our kids’ education will be affected. Dina is here to help us prepare for back-to-school season and give us her tips as an experienced advocate and parent for making sure our kids get the support they need in school.

Kelley Coleman is an author and advocate who has spent over a decade navigating public benefits, insurance, and education for her child with multiple disabilities. Join us in conversation with Kelley Coleman, who will give us practical tips and advice (and a pep talk!) on how we can advocate to make sure our kids get what they need.

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Dr. Caitlin Solone, education advocate, teacher educator, and faculty at UCLA, offers suggestions for crafting inclusive IEP goals for your child, including how to make sure your child isn't removed from the general education classroom for "goal work," how your goals can support more inclusive opportunities for your child in special education, the red flags to watch for before signing your IEP, and more in this Undivided event.

For more on IEP goals, check out our article: Rewriting Goals for an IEP: Let's Fix Those Goals!

As parents, we know the transition to a new school year can be overwhelming as you help your child prepare for so many changes. We get it because we’ve been there, and we know what would have made our parenting journey easier! Together with parents, professionals, special education experts, and engineers, we’ve built an all-in-one platform to make sure YOU get the support you need for a new school year. The Undivided app aims to revolutionize your IEP and education support with tools unlike anything you’ve had before with the help of our IEP Assistant: the first AI-powered tool designed to help build the most effective IEP for your child.

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Inclusion expert Dr. Mary Falvey answers common questions about inclusion and socialization. We’ll explore ways to encourage socialization with peers, make sure everyone feels supported, and set IEP goals that promote inclusion and meaningful connections. We’ll also cover a lot more!

Don't miss out on more socialization and inclusion insights; check out our Socialization and Inclusion: Nurturing Authentic Peer Relationships article!

Undivided Voices is a podcast for parents raising kids with disabilities. In our first episode, host Lindsay Crain sits down with Dr. Caitlin Solone to debunk common myths about inclusion and share practical ways schools can support every child.

Looking for more myths about inclusion? Check out our Inclusion 101 article!