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Special Education Boss® with Karen Mayer Cunningham

Karen Mayer Cunningham, Special Education boss®
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The Special Education Boss® Podcast is where advocacy meets action. Join Karen Mayer Cunningham each week as she empowers parents and professionals to understand their rights, navigate the system, and show up strong at the IEP table.

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What do you do when your school refuses to test, your teacher isn’t certified, or your child’s IEP goals aren’t being met?

In this Ask the Advocate episode, Karen Mayer Cunningham answers real parent and teacher questions about evaluations, progress ... more

n this episode of Ask the Advocate, Karen Mayer Cunningham, the Special Education Boss®, dives deep into the questions flooding her inbox every week — from paraprofessionals and IEP goals to compensatory services, parent rights, and what really happe... more

Walking into an IEP meeting without a plan is how we end up tabling, redoing, and wasting time. In today’s TT Lunch Live, Karen lays out her exact meeting modality—what to request, what to review, and how to build an EPIC IEP that actually drives pro... more

Join Karen Mayer Cunningham, the Special Education Boss®, for a powerful panel Q&A and discussion covering real special education questions from parents, advocates, and professionals across the country.

In this open conversation, Karen tackles criti... more

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Karen Mayer Cunningham
Karen Mayer Cunningham is an advocate in special education, focusing on supporting parents and professionals in understanding their rights and effectively navigating the IEP process. She brings personal experiences and anecdotes into her discussions, providing practical advice for engaging with the educational system.

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Ask the Advocate: Paraprofessionals, IEP Myths, and the Truth About Special Education Law
Q: Can a special education teacher file a police report when a child physically assaults a teacher?
Yes, there is an obligation to report any assault to the proper authorities.
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Q: Can paraprofessionals teach small groups if a special teacher is not in the room?
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Q: Can schools exclude children from advanced classes if they have an IEP?
No, children cannot be excluded from advanced classes solely based on having an IEP, but schools are not obligated to provide additional in-class support in those classes.
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Children who are blind should receive services based on their unique circumstances, including appropriate vision assessments and educational supports like braille.

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A strong focus on special education, particularly the complexities of navigating Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and the rights of students with disabilities, defines the content. Common themes include advocacy strategies, clarifications of special education laws, and insights into the IEP process, along with practical advice for parents and educators. Listeners can expect engaging discussions that not only address common questions but also offer case studies and real-life experiences that enhance understanding. This podcast is especially notable for its empowering approach, giving parents the confidence to advocate for their children while providing a clear breakdown of legalities and rights.

With a variety of topics discussed, i... more

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