Episodi

  • Ep 24 - How to deal with a cancelled Special Ed Meeting and Power Struggles with kids
    Jun 16 2026

    Today's episode discusses how to respond to a cancelled special education meeting, why one may get cancelled, and what to do if you have a meeting cancelled on you! Also, I talk about power struggles with kids, or really people in general, and how to avoid them like a pro.

    If you have an questions or would like to be on the show, please reach out to thespedspace@gmail.com.

    Also, check out our Sped Space Newsletter for monthly updates on what's happening in the special education sphere, great resources, and more!

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    46 min
  • Ep. 23 - How do you prepare for an IEP meeting like a pro?
    May 19 2026

    Today's episode discusses how to prepare for an IEP meeting like a pro. We go over a document called the "parent agenda" which helps you organize your thoughts and contributions BEFORE you ever walk into an IEP meeting.

    If you have an questions or would like to be on the show, please reach out to thespedspace@gmail.com.

    Also, check out our Sped Space Newsletter for monthly updates on what's happening in the special education sphere, great resources, and more!

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    17 min
  • Ep. 22 - What makes a good IEP team?
    May 12 2026

    Today's episode discusses what makes a good IEP team. What questions can you ask and items can you request BEFORE meeting starts to ensure that you'll have a productive meeting.

    If you have an questions or would like to be on the show, please reach out to thespedspace@gmail.com.

    Also, check out our Sped Space Newsletter for monthly updates on what's happening in the special education sphere, great resources, and more!

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    22 min
  • Ep 21 - IEP Meeting Members
    May 5 2026

    Today's episode discusses the members of an IEP meeting. Who is supposed to be there? What is their role in the meeting? How do I know if people are doing their jobs?!

    If you have an questions or would like to be on the show, please reach out to thespedspace@gmail.com.

    Also, check out our Sped Space Newsletter for monthly updates on what's happening in the special education sphere, great resources, and more!

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    24 min
  • Ep. 20 - IEP vs 504 plans
    Apr 28 2026

    Today's episode discusses the differences between an IEP and a 504 plan. Where do they come from? How do they work? How do you get one? Can you have both?! These questions and more are answered on today's show.

    If you have an questions or would like to be on the show, please reach out to thespedspace@gmail.com.

    Also, check out our Sped Space Newsletter for monthly updates on what's happening in the special education sphere, great resources, and more!

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    29 min
  • Ep. 19 - What to do after teaching? Why I left the classroom and what I did next
    Apr 21 2026

    Today's episode comes from a question on Facebook: What can you if you want to leave the classroom? Then, specifically, how I went about opening my advocacy business. I talk about what I had to do to get my own business off the ground, and how you can take a teacher degree beyond the classroom.

    If you have an questions or would like to be on the show, please reach out to thespedspace@gmail.com.

    Also, check out our Sped Space Newsletter for monthly updates on what's happening in the special education sphere, great resources, and more!

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    41 min
  • Ep. 18 - IEP Basics: First IEP
    Apr 14 2026

    Today's episode continues our mini-series of "IEP Basics". Today, we focus on your child's "First IEP." What should you expect? What should you ask for? Lots of good information in today's episode for both newcomers and seasoned veterans.

    If you have an questions or would like to be on the show, please reach out to thespedspace@gmail.com.

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    24 min
  • Ep. 17 - IEP Basics: Eligibility Determination Meeting
    Apr 7 2026

    Today's episode continues our mini-series of "IEP Basics". Today, we focus on the "Eligibility Determination" meeting. This is the hardest meeting in all of special education. This is the meeting that determines if your child receives special education services or not.

    If you have an questions or would like to be on the show, please reach out to thespedspace@gmail.com.

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    39 min