Episodios

  • 150. The IEP That Almost Destroyed an Honors Student

    150. The IEP That Almost Destroyed an Honors Student
    Mar 28 2026
    In this episode, Tonya breaks down a case study of a twice-exceptional (2e) student—someone who is academically gifted but struggling with the biological hurdles of ADHD.
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  • 149. The ESY Myth—Maintenance, Not Summer School

    149. The ESY Myth—Maintenance, Not Summer School
    Mar 20 2026
    "Summer School" and "ESY" are not the same thing—and using the wrong word could cost your child their services.
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    6 m
  • Episode #148: Faith and Disability: Where Community Becomes Home (with Guest John Fela) - Part 2

    Episode #148: Faith and Disability: Where Community Becomes Home (with Guest John Fela) - Part 2
    Mar 13 2026
    Discover how faith and disability intersect as John Fela shares his journey of raising a non-verbal autistic son and finding a church community that truly welcomes all.
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  • Episode #147: The Tale of Two Parking Lots: Navigating Marriage and Crisis with John Fela (Part 1)

    Episode #147: The Tale of Two Parking Lots: Navigating Marriage and Crisis with John Fela (Part 1)
    Mar 6 2026
    Join Tonya Wollum and guest John Fela for a raw, honest look at special needs parenting for a child with non-verbal autism. We discuss the challenges of an autism diagnosis, navigating medical crises like Chiari malformation, and managing the strain of divorce in the special needs community.
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    29 m
  • Episode #146: Proximity is Not a Program: Moving from Inclusion to Belonging

    Episode #146: Proximity is Not a Program: Moving from Inclusion to Belonging
    Feb 27 2026
    Does your child spend their day in the general education classroom, but you suspect they aren't truly included? In this episode of Water Prairie Chronicles, we are unpacking the dangerous myth that "proximity is a program." Just because a student is physically in the room doesn't mean they belong. Join me as we break down the difference between mainstreaming and true inclusion, explore the transformative power of a sensory audit, and learn how to write IEP goals that prioritize social connection over mere compliance. Let’s help your child find their place on the dance floor.
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    5 m
  • Episode #145: The "Draft IEP" Secret: How to Take Control of Your Meeting Before It Starts

    Episode #145: The "Draft IEP" Secret: How to Take Control of Your Meeting Before It Starts
    Feb 20 2026
    Learn the "Draft IEP" secret to stop predetermination. Get Tonya Wollum’s expert scripts for requesting IEP drafts and auditing goals to lead your child's next meeting with confidence.
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    8 m
  • Episode #144: Season 5 Kickoff: Flu Bugs and Big Changes

    Episode #144: Season 5 Kickoff: Flu Bugs and Big Changes
    Feb 13 2026
    In this episode of Water Prairie Chronicles, Tonya returns after a two-month hiatus due to illness and discusses season five with a new audio-only format. The episode includes personal updates, such as coping with the flu and helping a son move to a new college. Tonya also shares insights on upcoming changes related to digital accessibility laws and teases a new comprehensive digital training tool aimed at helping businesses and community groups be more inclusive. Listeners are encouraged to provide feedback and subscribe for updates.
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    9 m
  • 143. Blind College Student & Paralympic Swimmer on Campus Accessibility & Safety

    143. Blind College Student & Paralympic Swimmer on Campus Accessibility & Safety
    Nov 26 2025
    Blind college student and Paralympic swimmer Evan Wilkerson shares what college is really like for a visually impaired student. Evan talks openly about how he navigates campus safely, what accommodations he uses, and his future Paralympic plans.
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    12 m