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Special Education Boss® with Karen Mayer Cunningham

Karen Mayer Cunningham, Special Education Boss®
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Special Education Advocacy
Children With Disabilities
Individualized Education Programs

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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This week’s Ask the Advocate is a fast-paced Q&A covering what parents and educators are dealing with right now: staffing shortages, messy “tier” conversations, behavior needs being dismissed, and districts trying to move too fast (or stall completel... more

In this Ask the Advocate episode, Karen Mayer Cunningham, Special Education Boss®, answers rapid-fire questions from parents, teachers, and advocates—and shares how her new book, The Epic IEP, gives you a clear roadmap to write and understand an IEP ... more

What do you do when the school’s “data” makes no sense, your child is stuck on a 504 instead of an IEP, or behavior is being blamed on your student instead of addressed in the plan? In this Ask the Advocate episode, Karen Mayer Cunningham, The Specia... more

Today’s episode of The Epic IEP™ is a little bit longer — but you’re going to want to hear this. Karen Mayer Cunningham, The Special Education Boss®, shares a real IEP meeting where the school’s data didn’t match what the student could actually do at... more

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Dr. Mitchell L. Yell
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Episode: Unpacking the Supreme Court Decision: A.J.T. vs. Osseo Area Schools with Dr. Mitchell Yell
Mary Ann Hughes
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Episode: Divorce, Disability & IEPs: What Every Parent Needs to Know with Mary Ann Hughes
Rachel Mottern
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Episode: From Special Ed Teacher to Advocate: Rachel Mottern’s Story of Bold, Brave Transition
Matt Fornito
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Episode: AI, Authenticity, and Saving 10 Hours a Week: A Conversation with Matt Fornito
Angie Pannuti
Amazing parent, passionate advocate
Episode: From Mom Guilt to Systemic Change: Angie Pannuti's Special Education Advocacy Journey
Linda Glazewski
Educator and advocate passionate about special education
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Episode: From Classroom to Advocacy: Why This Educator Walked Away to Stand Up for Kids
Alan Driggers
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Episode: From Classroom to Advocacy: Why Alan Driggers Left Teaching to Fight for Families
Angela Tucker
Certified Teacher of the Visually Impaired
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Episode: Denied. Retaliated. Silenced. — A Certified Teacher of the Visually Impaired Speaks Out

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Karen Mayer Cunningham
Karen Mayer Cunningham is the host providing insights into special education advocacy, emphasizing practical strategies for navigating IEP meetings and empowering parents and professionals.

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From MTSS to the IEP Table: What Schools Aren’t Teaching (Hope, Clarity & The Epic IEP)
Q: Is there ever a time when you think maybe it would be best for a family to homeschool if they have the ability to?
While it's a personal decision, the social aspects of schooling can be paramount for children with disabilities, making homeschooling a significant consideration.
From MTSS to the IEP Table: What Schools Aren’t Teaching (Hope, Clarity & The Epic IEP)
Q: What are the seven federal requirements of prior written notice?
These requirements are legal obligations that the school district must adhere to when denying a service or evaluation.
From MTSS to the IEP Table: What Schools Aren’t Teaching (Hope, Clarity & The Epic IEP)
Q: I am a paraprofessional and I have a 504 kiddo. Should I be asking for the 504 so I know what's on the paper?
Yes, you should have access to the complete document, including the 504 plan, to effectively support the student.
Actionable IEPs, Real Evaluations, and Your Epic IEP Playbook
Q: What happens if a parent is yelling at the meeting? Would it be appropriate to stop the meeting because they're screaming?
It is appropriate to stop the meeting if anyone is screaming; communication must be maintained.
Actionable IEPs, Real Evaluations, and Your Epic IEP Playbook
Q: What can I do for my child that has ADHD and is getting into trouble for making noises in class?
You need to figure out a way to intervene by writing an IEP goal and teaching a replacement behavior.

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The content centers around the challenges and intricacies of navigating the special education system, particularly focusing on Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and advocacy. Each episode addresses common issues faced by parents and educators, offering practical insights into processes like data collection, the significance of thorough evaluations, and understanding legal obligations under laws like the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). The discussion often incorporates real-life anecdotes and case studies, highlighting the importance of active participation and informed advocacy at IEP meetings. Episodes frequently discuss engaging parents in the educational process by equipping them with knowledge and tools necessary to advoca... more

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2. Dr. Mitchell L. Yell
3. Mary Ann Hughes
4. Rachel Mottern
5. Matt Fornito
6. Angie Pannuti
7. Linda Glazewski
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