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#53 - Specific Learning Disability (SLD) Eligibility Criteria [Bonus Eligibility Series]

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E53: Specific Learning Disability (SLD) [Bonus Eligibility Category Series] In this episode, host Beth Liesenfeld, goes over the state of Colorado’s checklist to determine SLD eligibility, specifically for dyslexia, as well as the unique challenges when determining eligibility around this learning disability. Beth 0:00 If you have a child with a specific learning disability, meaning …

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#52 - What does a good parent/school relationship look like? With Gary Martinez of the STAR Program!

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E51: Autism Spectrum Disorder [Eligibility Category Bonus Series] Why would you need to know the eligibility checklist? It’s because there are some PRIME opportuntities here to make sure your child has the right supports for EVERY area of acedemic struggle!  We are going through the CO ASD eligibility checklist for an example, but please join …

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#51 - Autism Spectrum Disorder [Eligibility Category Bonus Series]

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E51: Autism Spectrum Disorder [Eligibility Category Bonus Series] Why would you need to know the eligibility checklist? It’s because there are some PRIME opportuntities here to make sure your child has the right supports for EVERY area of acedemic struggle!  We are going through the CO ASD eligibility checklist for an example, but please join …

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#50 - E50: Do You Need a Facilitated IEP? With Katherine Rains (CO Dept of Edu)

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E50: Do You Need a Facilitated IEP? With Katherine Rains (CO Dept of Edu) Have you heard of Facilitated IEPs? Learn what they are, the process, and who can request one (free of charge) to make your next IEP feel more understandable and therefore have you advocating like a boss! Sometimes, we may need a …

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#49 - Overview of IEP Eligibility Categories, Why They Matter (or Don’t) And Why the School May be Fighting You on a Category!

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E49: Overview of IEP Eligibility Categories, Why They Matter (or Don’t) And Why the School May be Fighting You on a Category! Have you ever wondered why if your child has a diagnosis of Autism that the school won’t qualify them under that label? Have you ever been confused about the difference between a diagnosis …

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#48 - What IEP Paperwork Should You Keep, And What Should You Toss?

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E48: What IEP Paperwork Should You Keep, And What Should You Toss? Unsure of what paperwork from your child’s IEP to keep and what you can toss? Today we are diving into what paperwork you should keep, why it is so important to keep some of the previous IEPs, what to do if you are …

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#47 - Outside Tutoring and Communication with Jessy of Ace Cookie Tutoring

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Episode 47: Tutoring and IEPs with Jessy of Ace Cookie Tutoring Have you considered getting an outside tutor for your child but are unsure what that would look like with their IEP? There can be a lot of questions when thinking about getting outside support for your child. Today, Jessyka Coulter from Ace Cookie Tutoring …

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#46 - Moving Over the Summer with an IEP: How to Make it a Smooth Transition

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Episode 46: Moving States or Districts Over the Summer with an IEP: How to Make it a Smooth Transition! Decoding IEP Data Workshop: www.TheIEPLab.com/data  Moving is stressful enough and when you add on getting your kid with an IEP settled into a new school district, it can make things even harder. Good news! I’m here …

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#45 -IEP Accommodations and Inclusion with Tim from Action Driven Education

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Episode 45: IEP Accommodations and Inclusion with Tim of Action Driven Education If you’ve wondered if there’s a connection between accommodations and inclusions, you’re not going to want to miss this episode with Tim Kretchman! We are diving into what inclusion is, common barriers to inclusion, and how to find appropriate accommodations. Plus, he shares …

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#44 - State Standards & Goals: (How to Find Them & How Schools Use Them!)

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Episode 44: State Standards & Goals: (How to Find Them & How Schools Use Them!) Did you know that IEP goals HAVE to be directly related to state standards of education? Do you know this is how you can tell what your child’s general education class is learning? Join me to talk all about state …

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