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SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh my! Conversations with DCSEAC

A parent-to-parent podcast: helping parents and guardians better navigate special education in Douglas County School District.

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32:00

Preschool Power: Supporting Learning Differences...

SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh my! Conversations with DCSEAC ·

2025/12/01

In this episode of 'SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh My: Conversations with DCSEAC,' hosts Aleia and Courtney discuss the significance of early childhood education with Lisa Graham, Director of Early Childhood Education in Douglas County. They highlight the critical role of preschool in supporting children with disabilities, speech delays, dyslexia, and behavioral challenges. The conversation covers Lisa’s extensive background, the philosophy and mission of DCSD's early childhood program, and the

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14:05

Oh My! The Functional Behavioral Assessment -Part 3 of 3

SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh my! Conversations with DCSEAC ·

2025/11/24

Show Notes: Oh My! The Functional Behavior AssessmentEpisode Overview: In this final segment of the three-part series, Meredith and Tashia are joined by Dr. Stephanie Crawford (Director of Mental Health), Dr. Bernadette Pigeon (Mental Health Coordinator), and Ellen Kerkoff (Mental Health Lead) to demystify the Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) process in schools. The discussion covers when and why an FBA is used, how it differs from other evaluations, and what parents can expect.Key Topics

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15:00

Oh My! The IEP Meeting and Advice for Parents - Part...

SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh my! Conversations with DCSEAC ·

2025/11/17

Show Notes: "Oh My! The IEP Meeting and Advice for Parents" – Part 2Hosts & Guests:Meredith (Host)Tashia White (Co-host/Parent)Dr. Stephanie Crawford (Director of Mental Health)Dr. Bernadette Pigeon (Mental Health Coordinator)Ellen Kerkoff (Mental Health Lead)Topics Covered:What to expect at an IEP meeting: structure, annual reviews, and the three-year reevaluation process.Navigating school transitions (elementary to middle, middle to high school) and how to support your child.The importance of

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24:39

Oh My! The IEP Evaluation Part 1 of 3

SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh my! Conversations with DCSEAC ·

2025/11/10

Show Notes: "Oh My! The IEP Evaluation" – Part 1Hosts & Guests:Meredith (Host)Tashia White (Co-host/Parent)Dr. Stephanie Crawford (Director of Mental Health)Dr. Bernadette Pigeon (Mental Health Coordinator)Ellen Kerkoff (Mental Health Lead)Topics Covered:Understanding the IEP evaluation process: what it is, how it starts, and who is involved.Signs a student may need an evaluation (academic, behavioral, internalizing/externalizing behaviors).The role of parents, teachers, and multidisciplinary

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23:34

When Safety Meets Special Education: Threat...

SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh my! Conversations with DCSEAC ·

2025/11/03

Navigating Threat Assessments in Special EducationAleia Mastroianni and board members Kelly Mayr, Courtney Nangle, Meredith Daley, and Tashia White discuss the unique challenges that threat assessments pose within the special needs community. They cover how atypical behaviors associated with disabilities can be misinterpreted as threats, the lack of parental notification during assessments, and the potential negative consequences for neurodiverse students. The conversation touches on the need for

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41:57

PAWSitive Support: How Animal Intervention Can Help...

SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh my! Conversations with DCSEAC ·

2025/10/27

Show Notes: Special Ed IEPs, 504s. Oh My – Animal Assisted Interventions in Schoolsconceptions about therapy animals in schoolsThe training, certification, and well-being of therapy dogsThe difference between therapy animals and service animalsHeartwarming stories of therapy dogs making a difference for students, staff, and parentsThe importance of temperament and mutual benefit for both the animal and the school communityHow to connect with therapy dog teams aEpisode Overview:In this heartfelt

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20:36

What is Center Based Programing?

SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh my! Conversations with DCSEAC ·

2025/10/20

In this episode of SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh My: Conversations with DCSEAC, the host discusses center-based programming in special education with Laura Anglemeyer, an SSN teacher at Sagewood Middle School with 31 years of experience. They cover what center-based programming entails, its benefits, and the specific programs available in the district, such as SSN (Significant Support Needs) and AN (Affective Needs). Emphasis is placed on meaningful inclusion, the concept of the least restrictive

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7:49

Special Mini Episode: School Board Elections Student...

SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh my! Conversations with DCSEAC ·

2025/10/12

Episode Title: School Board Elections Student Forum Follow-upHosts & Guests:Meredith (Host)Kelly Mayr (Guest, Douglas County Parents)Courtney (Guest)Episode Summary: In this episode, Meredith is joined by Kelly Mayr and Courtney to discuss the recent student forum for the Douglas County school board elections. The conversation covers key election dates, the voting process, the significance of slates, and the unique student-driven format of the forum.Key Topics Covered:Important election dates:

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0:21

The Starting Line

SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh my! Conversations with DCSEAC ·

2025/10/03

Short trailer for The Starting Line episode.

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17:04

The Starting Line

SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh my! Conversations with DCSEAC ·

2025/10/03

In this episode DCSEAC board members talk about Tashia's first experience with "special education" and realizing that her son was receiving these services.

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10:37

School Board Elections for Special Education Voices

SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh my! Conversations with DCSEAC ·

2025/09/25

School Board Elections for Special Education Voices Board of Education elections are this year: learn what they do and how they can impact our children in special education services. Sources cited in today's episode include: https://www.douglascountyparents.com https://www.dcsdk12.org www.dcseac.orgDCSEAC email: info@dcseac.org00:00 Introduction to School Board Elections00:19 Meet the Board Members00:45 Importance of School Board Elections01:11 Impact on Special Education02:36 How to Get

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2:52

What is DCSEAC?

SpecialEd, IEPs, 504s, Oh my! Conversations with DCSEAC ·

2025/09/25

Understanding the Douglas County Special Education Advisory Committee (DCSEAC)Meredith, a board member, introduces the Douglas County Special Education Advisory Committee (DCSEAC). DCSEAC is a volunteer nonprofit made up of parents whose children are served by special education services in their school district. It is part of the Colorado Department of Education and serves two main functions: providing an advisory role to special education leadership and disseminating useful information to

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