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Don't IEP Alone.

Lisa Lightnerβ€’adayinourshoes.com

Inspired by her own son with disabilities, Lisa Lightner is an award-winning blogger and advocate. She has previously worked for her county's Arc and has served on the Boards of Directors for several disability organizations.Β 

Currently, she is her county's chairperson for the Right to Education Task Force, a federally decreed group set up in 1971 to ensure that all children in Pennsylvania had the opportunity to an education.Β 

When not attending IEP meetings with families or lobbying in Harrisburg and DC for disability rights, she can be found on the web at her IEP advice blog, A Day in our Shoes. She is known for her practical, realistic and implementable advice for parents.

Warning: I've been told I have a Philly accent. I don't hear it. Also, I curse. It's something I'm working on as far as personal development. So please don't be put off. I'm trying.



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Episodes

The Parts of the IEP: State and Local Assessments

I'm discussing each section of the IEP and giving tips for each one. Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Advocate your IEP Question 🧰 How to Collect IEP Data in the Classroom without losing your mind!...

May 29, 2019β€’19 min

"Meet them where they're at"

I heard a mantra at a training workshop a few months ago. Trying to put it to use. Not going so well. Ableism: Why autism moms need to stop doing stuff like this. Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Ad...

May 28, 2019β€’21 min

The Parts of the IEP: Transition

I'm discussing each section of the IEP and tips for each. IEP Transition: How to make it successful for your Adolescent and Young Adult. Legal Guardianship and your Adult Child with Disabilities {What Parents Should Know} Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Tool...

May 22, 2019β€’26 min

The Parts of the IEP: Present Levels

I'm discussing each section of the IEP and how to use it. Today, we're talking about what is arguably the most important section of the IEP. Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Advocate your IEP Questi...

May 20, 2019β€’14 min

The Parts of the IEP: Special Considerations/ Special Factors

I'm discussing each section of the IEP and tips for each one. Today it's Special Factors in the IEP aka Special Considerations. Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Advocate your IEP Question 🧰 How to ...

May 17, 2019β€’22 min

The Parts of the IEP: Procedural Safeguards and Medicaid sheet

I'm discussing each section of the IEP and tips for each. Should you sign the Medicaid form? And what about Procedural Safeguards ? Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Advocate your IEP Question 🧰 How...

May 15, 2019β€’14 min

The Parts of the IEP: Attendance Sheet

I'm discussing the various parts of the IEP and tips for each. Today, the attendance sheet. Not as boring as it sounds, I promise. Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Advocate your IEP Question 🧰 How ...

May 13, 2019β€’12 min

The Parts of the IEP: Cover Page

I'm discussing each individual part of the IEP and what parents need to know. Today, the Cover Page. Might seem innocuous, but not always. Double check this item on the front page of your IEP. Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online ...

May 10, 2019β€’15 min

Truancy and your IEP

By this time of the school year, absences are starting to rack up. School Absences, Truancy and IEPs: What Parents Need to Know. Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Advocate your IEP Question 🧰 How to...

May 08, 2019β€’17 min

Can I 'walk' if not graduating?

Graduation day is almost here, but what if you're doing a 13th year? Can my child β€œwalk” with graduating class even though she is not graduating? Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Advocate your IEP Q...

May 06, 2019β€’10 min

Travel Tips when your child has disabilities.

I'm already thinking about summer vacation. Don't forget that I have dozens of Disability and Sensory Friendly Travel Reviews on the blog. Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Advocate your IEP Question...

May 03, 2019β€’19 min

Where can I find a Special Education Advocate?

We are in the throes of IEP season and everyone is looking for a special education advocate. Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Advocate your IEP Question 🧰 How to Collect IEP Data in the Classroom w...

May 01, 2019β€’21 min

Reading Programs

I'm reviewing some common Reading Programs and how to get them added to your IEP. Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Advocate your IEP Question 🧰 How to Collect IEP Data in the Classroom without losi...

Apr 29, 2019β€’19 min

IEP Meeting Q&A

Just answering a few random questions I frequently receive about IEP meetings . Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Advocate your IEP Question 🧰 How to Collect IEP Data in the Classroom without losing...

Apr 26, 2019β€’22 min

Llama llama so much drama

Just doing a brain dump about some ableism drama I encountered this week. We have to come together as a community and end this hierarchy of disability. Here is the blog post I refererence: Ableism . And this one: I don't need you to tell me how to feel. Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Trackin...

Apr 24, 2019β€’33 min

Parents need to fully engage in the IEP process.

You don't want your IEP team only thinking about your IEP once a year. So why do some parents think it's ok for them to do the same? Also read: 5 Things every parent must do in the IEP Process . Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Onlin...

Apr 24, 2019β€’25 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 25

IEP Related Services

IEP Related Services-understanding the importance of this section. Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Advocate your IEP Question 🧰 How to Collect IEP Data in the Classroom without losing your mind!...

Apr 22, 2019β€’16 min

Special Factors in the IEP

An often overlooked section of the IEP-Special Factors Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Advocate your IEP Question 🧰 How to Collect IEP Data in the Classroom without losing your mind!...

Apr 19, 2019β€’21 min

IEP Transition-Part 2

Let's go over what IDEA says about transition and what you can do. Also read: What you need to know and how to build Social Capital . Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Advocate your IEP Question 🧰 H...

Apr 17, 2019β€’12 min

IEP Transition-Part 1

IEP Transition is a well defined section of IDEA, but frequently not used to its full potential. Also read: Why your IEP needs a Vision Statement . Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Advocate your IEP...

Apr 15, 2019β€’29 min

Manifestation Determination Hearings

If your child has an IEP and gets suspended from school, you need to know about Manifestation Determination Hearings . Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Advocate your IEP Question 🧰 How to Collect I...

Apr 12, 2019β€’31 min

IEPs and Discipline, Suspensions.

What parents need to know about IEPs and discipline, specifically when your child is suspended from school-What to know and what you should do. Also read: What to do when your child is suspended from school {with or without an IEP/504}. Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Pare...

Apr 10, 2019β€’23 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 26

Our Insurance Appeals and Drama

This is about our insurance appeals dealing with Kevin's neurosurgery. And, he goes back to school today, so after today, will be back to your regularly scheduled IEP information. Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Trai...

Mar 25, 2019β€’22 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 18

Getting your IEP team to YES

The IEP process is a culture of no. But, by knowing the IEP process and good advocacy, you can get your team to yes. Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Advocate your IEP Question 🧰 How to Collect IEP...

Mar 20, 2019β€’18 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 17

Don't IEP Alone

Welcome! This is the only podcast dedicated to helping parents navigate the IEP process. Here's why you should subscribe. Support the show πŸ“£Preorder my book πŸ“£ Amazon Books-A-Million Bookshop.org Barnes & Noble ! More IEP help for you--at home or at school-- πŸ“Š Free IEP Data Collection Sheets (for school staff) πŸ“’ Free IEP Binder for Parents β˜‘οΈ IEP Goal Tracking Sheets for Parents 🧰 IEP Toolkit for Parents πŸ‘©β€πŸ’» Online Advocacy Training πŸ™‹ Ask an Advocate your IEP Question 🧰 How to Collec...

Feb 21, 2019β€’8 minβ€’Season 1Ep. 1
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