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Special Education Strategist: Expert Advice for IEPs, 504 Plans, Dyslexia, Parent Advocacy, Learning Disabilities, Executive Function, Dysgraphia, ADHD, Autism, Neurodivergent

Special Education Strategist: Expert Advice for IEPs, 504 Plans, Dyslexia, Parent Advocacy, Learning Disabilities, Executive Function, Dysgraphia, ADHD, Autism, Neurodivergent

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 Overwhelmed, lost, dismissed in IEP/504 systems — seeking help, clarity, and support? You're not alone!

Hosted by Wendy Taylor, M.Ed., ET/P, a certified educational therapist, IEP coach, and parent advocate with over 20 years of experience helping families navigate special education. Wendy is the founder of Learning Essentials and a trusted voice in decoding IEPs, literacy challenges, and executive function needs. Whether you're a parent, teacher, or professional, Wendy brings compassionate expertise, real-life strategies, and empowering guidance to help you support the child you care about. Educación
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  • S1 Ep139: Listener Favorite: Girls with Autism: Why We’re Missing the Signs with Dr. Donna Henderson

    S1 Ep139: Listener Favorite: Girls with Autism: Why We’re Missing the Signs with Dr. Donna Henderson
    Jul 15 2025
    This listener favorite is especially important because it sheds light on how often autistic girls are misunderstood, misdiagnosed, or simply missed—keeping them from the support they truly need to thrive. Dr. Donna Henderson, a clinical neuropsychologist and expert in autism in women and girls, joins Wendy to break down the subtle signs, the cost of delayed diagnosis, and how families and clinicians can better support these bright, complex learners.

    3 Key Takeaways
    • Autism in girls often presents as anxiety, perfectionism, or social exhaustion.
    • Camouflaging behaviors can mask serious needs.
    • A correct diagnosis brings not just services—but understanding and peace.
    Connect with Dr. Donna Henderson
    Website
    Email: dhenderson@stixrud.com
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    1 h y 3 m
  • 138: What Makes a Goal Realistic? How to Know If Your Child’s IEP Goals Are Too Easy (or Too Much)

    138: What Makes a Goal Realistic? How to Know If Your Child’s IEP Goals Are Too Easy (or Too Much)
    Jul 8 2025
    What does a realistic IEP goal actually look like? In this episode of our Summer Question Series, host Wendy Taylor is joined by Jackie Beach, M.Ed., founder of Rally Family Support, to unpack the “just right” goal—ambitious yet achievable. Learn how to collaborate with your school team, trust your gut, and use data (from home and school) to shape meaningful goals that support the whole child. Because goals only matter if they help your child grow.

    Key Takeaways:
    1. A good goal balances challenge with achievability—aim for growth, not shutdown.
    2. Parent-school collaboration thrives when you bring data, clarity, and curiosity to the table.
    3. Use SMART goals to guide IEP conversations and create shared expectations.
    Connect with Jackie Beach
    • Website: www.RallyFamilySupport.com
    • Instagram: @rallyfamilysupport
    • Email: jbeach@rallysupportsfamilies.com
    Connect with Wendy Taylor
    • Instagram: @learningessentials
    • LinkedIn: Wendy Taylor
    • Facebook: Learning Essentials
    • Website: www.LearningEssentialsEDU.com
    • Course: Cracking the Code to Special Education Eligibility
    • Listen on Apple Podcasts: The Special Ed Strategist
    • Or your favorite app: Podcast Link
    Additional Resources
    For parents who want to dive deeper into IEP goal-setting and school collaboration:
    1. SMART IEP Goal Guide – Wrightslaw
    2. Parent Center Hub: Understanding IEP Goals
    3. Understood.org: IEP Goal Examples by Disability
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    17 m
  • 137: Summer Parent Series: What Do IEP Services Actually Look Like?

    137: Summer Parent Series: What Do IEP Services Actually Look Like?
    Jun 24 2025
    Ever stare at your child’s IEP and wonder, “What actually happens during those service minutes?” You’re not alone—and we’re breaking it down. In this kickoff to our 12-week summer series, host Wendy Taylor and co-host Jackie Beach dive into what related services like speech, OT, and behavioral support really look like in the school day. You’ll learn the difference between push-in, pull-out, and consult models—and why asking “who, where, and how” matters just as much as the number of minutes. This episode arms you with real questions, real strategies, and real confidence.

    3 Key Takeaways
    1. Service clarity matters – Ask who, what, where, why, and how your child receives related services: pull‑out, push‑in, consult.
    2. Context drives success – Understanding where and how OT, speech, and behavior services happen shapes more effective IEP planning.
    3. Collaborate purposefully – Go in informed, curious, and collaborative—alignment promotes teamwork and reduces overwhelm.
    Connect with Wendy & Jackie

    Wendy Taylor / Learning Essentials
    • Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/learningessentials/
    • LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendy-taylor-7106b6a6/
    • Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TutoringLE
    • Website: www.LearningEssentialsEDU.com
    • Cracking the Code course: https://learningessentialsedu.com/course/
    Jackie Beach – Founder & Executive Director of Rally Family Support; early-childhood advocate and parent coach

    Website: rallysupportsfamilies.com
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    15 m
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