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The Collaborative IEP

Welcome to The Collaborative IEP podcast! This business has been in my heart for so many years, and I so excited to share it with you. In these podcasts we’ll discuss all things special education – from eligibility to implementation of the IEP. We’ll talk about basic concepts and dive deeper into specific topics. We’ll talk about self-care for caregivers and professionals that support children on IEPs. We’ll discuss best practices, behavior, therapies, and more!

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48:52

All About Visuals with Tara Tuchel of Autism Little...

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/06/14

Visual Schedules Made Easy?! Yes please! If anyone has ever told you that your child would benefit from visuals, this episode is for you! Right? This episode is for EVERYone… because we can ALL benefit from visuals (hello, grocery list)! Today I’m talking to the one and only Tara Tuchel of Autism Little Learners, creator of the online course called “Visuals Made Easy” about all things visuals. Tara, a licensed SLP and early childhood teacher to children with autism, will help us understand exactly

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47:02

3 Common Issues Arising in Advocacy in the 21-22...

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/06/07

In today’s episode, I discuss 3 topics/ issues that have arisen frequently in my special education law practice and that advocates and attorneys across the country are discussing more this school year. We’ll talk about the issues, as well as solutions and strategies for each one!

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13:01

The one and only Jack Barlow!!!!!

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/05/31

If you can’t beat them, join them! I set an alarm to record early one morning over Memorial Day weekend, but my sweet guy had other plans… Jack woke up, too! He interrupted my first ten attempts at recording, sooooo this week’s guest is the most special of all—- The Jackman!!!! Jack and I talk all things special education - LRE, evaluations, MDRs…. Just Kidding! This is an episode full of complete and udder randomness - a joke, a burp, a fake toot, a list of toys, a little about school, and a lot of

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38:15

The Difference Between Private and School Evaluations...

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/05/24

You’re not going to want to miss this episode. It’s so full of great information and advocacy tips – not just for people exploring eligibility but also for people considering private evaluations, working with outside clinicians, and for anyone that writes an IEP goal. Yes, yes, that’s YOU!!!! In today’s episode, I talk to psychologist Dr. Brandi Tanner, about evaluations – the difference between what you get at school and what you get in a private clinic, what to do with the results, how often to

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36:46

Three Things You Should Do Before Summer

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/05/17

Sorry. It’s May. Graduations, Sports, Awards Ceremonies, Gardening, … You know the To Do list of Craziness that the month of May brings! Now I’m adding to the list! Buuuuuuuttttt – Can you think ahead to August and September for just a moment? Remember how it’s nutty, too?! I have just a few ideas – just a few things- that you could do NOW to make the Fall less stressful AND – most importantly – to make the transition to the next school year smoother for your child. Can you muscle through just a

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16:10

Demand Letters 101

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/05/10

One of the negotiation strategies I use most frequently is a Demand Letter. In today’s super quick episode I introduce you to the Demand Letter and talk a little bit about how to write them. Once you master the Demand Letter, your advocacy will undoubtedly skyrocket with results! Today I share with you the little “ditty” I normally give clients when I recommend that they or I write a Demand Letter.

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42:00

The Autism Helper, Sasha Long

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/05/03

Join me for this week’s podcast, a discussion with Sasha Long, BCBA, MA, the Autism Helper. Sasha works as a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, a consultant, and a writer. She founded @theautismhelper, where she manages a blog and lots of great content here on social media. Join us as we discuss how parents can collaborate with their IEP teams, support their children behaviorally, and navigate these uncharted post-pandemic waters. Meet My Guest:Sasha Long, BCBA, M.A., is the founder and president of

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33:30

Five Things Attorneys and Advocates Say In Almost...

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/04/26

It started with an idea for a Freebie for you. It turned into a stream of consciousness!!! Today I share a little Behind the Scenes insight into things attorneys and advocates say often – and the reason we say them! Episode #47, “The #1 Reasons I Turn Away Clients” has yielded a lot of conversations with listeners, and when I had this podcast subject enter my head, I figured you may like it also! I am sure we drive our clients crazy with at least one of these five things, but hopefully after

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01:10:51

“We All Relate” with Kelly Jones

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/04/19

Our Birth Stories. The Missed Milestones. The Comparison Game. Finding and Maintaining Child Care. Worries about Siblings. Our Jobs as Lifeguards, Therapists, Doctors, Researchers, Teachers, and General Contractors. Navigating Social Situations. Yes, yes, yes, yes, and yes!!! Can you relate to one or EVERY. SINGLE. ONE. of these issues that caretakers experience? In today’s podcast I talk with Kelly Jones, parent in our community and therapist, about the effect of care giving on the mental health of

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31:30

One Helpful Strategy to Use This “IEP Season”

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/04/12

Before I outlined today’s podcast episode, I triple checked that I hadn’t done this topic before, because it’s nearly impossible that we’re 85 episodes in, and I haven’t talked about this IEP meeting tip… The Future Planning Statement and/or Parent Interest Statement! When people hire me for a one-time consult, they almost always hear about the FPS/PIS. I recommend it almost universally! Sharing your hopes and dreams, as well as the interests behind your positions for upcoming meeting can be a total

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33:09

Lessons I’ve Learned In Life and As an Advocate

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/04/05

I’ve had a lot of perspective-shifting experiences in my life. I was seriously injured as a kid and have chronic pain and PTSD as a result, my son has Down syndrome, my husband has had cancer, and we’ve had enough family drama to write a book (who hasn’t?). Those experiences have taught me so many things, and in today’s podcast I dive a little deeper into three lessons that I’ve learned in navigating life’s twists and turns that also foray nicely into an advocacy or special education law practice

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23:49

Including Schedule Into Inclusion Arguments

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/03/29

I have been talking to a few friends and lots of clients about inclusion recently. I feel like this is super practical strategy helps everybody so much. I can really be a game changer at the IEP table. In today’s episode I talk about power including the students schedule and your advocacy can make a big difference.

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37:25

Part of the IEP- Ashley Barlow Style

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/03/22

I bet you’ve gone to a billion presentations on the Parts of the IEP, but this episode approaches that from a different aspect. Are you ready? In today’s episode, I do indeed describe the different parts of the IEP, but also how they relate to one another. The important information should help you immensely in your meetings and with your advocacy.

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44:34

Know Your Rights: Parent Involvement

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/03/15

You know when you and your bestie speak the same language? That’s how it is when Traci Brewer and I get together, especially if Parent Involvement is the topic of conversation! Traci, the executive director of the Down Syndrome Association of Central Kentucky, joins me on this week’s podcast episode to talk about Parent Involvement - why it’s important and HOW to actually get involved in your child’s school community. You’re guaranteed to pick up at least a couple pointers in this helpful, important

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45:32

Using Compassion and Boundaries in Our Advocacy

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/03/08

“If we really want to practice compassion, we have to start by setting boundaries and holding people accountable for their behavior.” -Brene Brown, The Gifts of Imperfection. Surely you’d agree that compassion plays a big role in special education advocacy. We want school teams to be compassionate and equitable to our children, right? Have you ever considered how to evoke compassion, empathy, and equitability? I re-read The Gifts of Imperfection over the weekend, and the quote above stuck out. So,

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30:55

GOALLLLLS!!!!!

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/03/01

You’ve asked, and here’s our answer: Of course I’ll do an episode on goal writing. In today’s episode I give you my “whole picture” assessment of a well written goal, but I also narrow in for those of you who like the specifics and provide a description of the elements of a well written goal. We’ll also take a bit of time at the beginning and end of the episode to talk about the importance and conceptualization of IEP goals --- what are they, why are the needed, and what exactly do they do? Special

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14:59

Is extended school year advocacy the bane of your...

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/02/22

In today’s episode a talk about one factor that IEP teams should consider which may strengthen your advocacy for extended school year services. We are talking critical life skills. This one is short and sweet but might be just what you need today.

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50:08

Dyslexia Advocacy: It Doesn’t Have to Be This Hard!

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/02/15

It Doesn’t Have to Be This Hard, friends. That’s the name of my friend, Michelle Morgan’s, new e- book about dyslexia advocacy, and it’s also a very true statement. In today’s episode we give you a little preview of Michelle’s book, which walks parents of dyslexic children through evaluations, eligibility, development of the IEP, and progress monitoring. Michelle gives lots and lots of tips about not only what students are entitled to but also how to get services. And guess what… it starts with

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17:54

Ready Set Goals!!!

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/02/08

Ready, Set, Goals!!! Special Education puns. That’s how low I am willing to sink for a podcast title. Sorry, not sorry. In today’s episode I’m giving you the ten-minute ditty on why we have goals in special education. We won’t spend a ton of time talking about how to write goals, elements of a good goal, progress monitoring, or other nitty gritty goal topics. Rather, we’re zooming out to talk about the “intent” of the goal… the reason the goal is a part of the IEP. I think this critical piece of

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45:31

Everything You Need To Know About Special Education

The Collaborative IEP ·

2022/02/01

Big celebrations happening over here at ABCo! The Cincinnati Bengals are going to the Super Bowl, our podcast has been downloaded 25,000 times, AND we’re publishing Podcast #75!!!! To celebrate, I’m bringing you a biggie: Everything You Need to Know about Special Education… Say what? In today’s episode I’m telling you the three concepts you’ll need to master (or at least familiarize yourself with) in order to effectively advocate in special education. Ready? Set. Go!!! This is a good one!New

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