Special Education Inner Circle Catherine Whitcher

Often, general education teachers feel unprepared and disconnected from the IEP process, especially at meetings. Let's explore three strategies to involve general education teachers more effectively in the IEP process without overwhelming them.
Strategy 1: Ensure that the IEP's "supports for school personnel" section is checked and filled out inside the IEP paperwork. This box is frequently overlooked in IEPs or not used to its maximum potential.
Strategy 2: Engage general education teachers in simple data collection. This doesn't require intensive one-on-one time but can be as straightforward as tracking skills using discreet methods. This involvement helps teachers feel a sense of ownership over the outcomes.
Strategy 3: Include general education teachers in goal-setting for the IEP. Their perspective can provide valuable insights into the skills necessary for the student's current and future school environments, which leads to fostering more engagement and ownership.
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It's time for a cozy conversation Special Education and what to do when deadlines are missed!
Here’s what we’re unpacking today:
A Real-Life Story: Sit down with me as I share an insightful experience from a one-on-one consult with an amazing mom from our Master IEP Coach® community.
Discovering the Overlooked: Ever wonder how small details can make a big difference? We’ll explore how communication gaps in schools can lead to missed cues in student behavior and development.
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Grab your coffee, and join me in a candid chat about what's brewing in the special education world. In this episode, we chat about two hot topics:
1. It's not just about more money for Special Education, but how we use it. Ever thought about looking into your district's budget? Let's talk about making every dollar count.
2. Special Education or No Special Education? It's a heated debate, but at its core, it's about what’s best for each unique child. I share how my mom's perspective on this topic way back in the 80's helped shape my thoughts about Special Education placements today.
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Have you ever been told IEPs are just for academics? Not true! This episode shares how we can use IEPs as a travel hack to help families hit the road with confidence!
IEPs can help children build skills for family road trips, plane travel, and anything in between.
Waiting in lines, time management, flexibility when plans change - these are so key for vacation success. As parents and teachers, we need to get out of the Special Education IEP goal slump and start connecting skills to EXCITING real-life challenges, like travel!
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When a parent discovered secret behavior data about her child, mistrust between school and family deepened. Open communication is critical in special education. Kids thrive when parents and schools collaborate, not compete. We must choose understanding over mistrust and partnership over secrecy. Listen and learn the next step this parent needs to take to get her child's education back on track through collaborative actions.
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Let's jump into my inbox and discuss two key questions that came my way this week! First, we tackle what to do as a Special Education teacher when you inherit IEPs that are not up to standards. IEPs that are stuffed with unimportant goals or goals written inappropriately are not okay!
Next, If you're a single mom or a struggling teacher and you're thinking about becoming a Master IEP Coach®, but your doubt keeps creeping up - the last 6 minutes of this episode is for you!
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