The Collaborative IEP

Ashley Barlow
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Welcome to The Collaborative IEP podcast!  This business has been in my heart for so many years, and I so excited to share it with you.  In these podcasts we’ll discuss all things special education – from eligibility to implementation of the IEP.  We’ll talk about basic concepts and dive deeper into specific topics.  We’ll talk about self-care for caregivers and professionals that support children on IEPs.  We’ll discuss best practices, behavior, therapies, and more!

  1. قبل ٦ أيام

    The People Who Make a School a Community: A Back-to-School Celebration of Teachers and Belonging

    This episode publishes on the first day of school in my district, and I am starting the year with a thank you to teachers. In this episode of The Collaborative IEP Podcast, I highlight the people who make a school a community. I tell you about my fifth grade science teacher, who was also my neighbor and my mom's colleague, and what watching her taught me about advocacy long before I ever sat at an IEP table. In this episode, I discuss: • Why school community matters more to our IEPs than we tend to notice • What teacher appreciation looks like beyond a gift in October or May • How watching teachers plan and problem solve shaped the way I advocate today • Why understanding the pressure teachers carry does not lower our expectations for our kids • What has changed in schools that makes that kind of teaching harder now • A membership expansion I am beta testing this year for disability organizations that want to hand off their IEP support • How to add your question to the running list of podcast topics Our children deserve specially designed instruction that is built for them and helps them make meaningful progress, and holding teams to that is the work. It is also true that the adults sitting across the table are navigating principals, superintendents, and a growing pile of bureaucracy while they do it. Seeing both at once does not soften our advocacy. It makes it land. Listen now for a back to school celebration of teachers, school community, and the belonging that makes good advocacy possible. Join The Membership: https://ashleybarlowco.com/the-collaborative-iep-membership Interested in the organization beta, or have a podcast topic to add? Email ashley@ashleybarlowco.com or DM @thecollaborativeiep on Instagram.

  2. ١١ أغسطس

    Don't Make the School Guess: Communicating Your Family's Priorities to the IEP Team

    We're back, friends, and we're back right on time for back to school season. In this episode, I'm sharing my tried and true method for getting your child's team ready for the new school year, and it starts with something you already have in your house: one of those barely used notebooks that came home in June. I'll walk you through exactly how I use it, what to jot down over the next two or three weeks, and how that page becomes your back to school email to the team. Then we get into the part most parents miss. Your school does not know what your family values. They don't know if you're inclusively minded. They don't know how you feel about demands, or compliance, or social emotional health, or how much stretch you want for your child. And here's the thing: that's okay. Teams are serving families with genuinely different interests, values, and experiences. But they can't honor what they've never been told.

  3. ٥ مايو

    Private Therapist at School: Can Your Child’s Outside Provider Support an IEP or 504 Plan?

    Can a private therapist come into your child’s school to support their IEP or 504 plan? In this episode of The Collaborative IEP Podcast, we continue the conversation around navigating complex IEP situations by answering one of the most common questions parents and advocates ask: whether an outside provider can or should be brought into the school setting. In this episode, I explain: Whether you can require a school to allow a private therapist or provider into the classroomWhy challenging school policy is not always the most effective advocacy strategyThe differences between private therapy approaches and school-based supportsHow conflicting philosophies can create confusion and limit student progressWhy liability is a major factor in a school’s decision to deny outside providersWhen collaboration with outside providers can work effectivelyAlternative ways to support your child without forcing access into the school IEP and 504 plan decisions are rarely as simple as getting a yes or no. While outside providers can offer valuable insight, true progress happens when teams are aligned, communication is clear, and supports are designed to work within the school environment. This episode will help you think strategically about advocacy so you can focus on what actually benefits your child. Listen now to learn how to approach this situation with clarity, confidence, and a collaborative mindset. Join The Membership: https://ashleybarlowco.com/the-collaborative-iep-membership Buy Tickets for The Collaborative IEP Experience: https://ashleybarlowco.com/the-collaborative-iep-experience

  4. ٣١ مارس

    Stress, Advocacy, and Real Life: A Story Every IEP Parent and Educator Needs to Hear

    In this episode, I share a personal reflection on stress, caregiving, and advocacy, along with what I’ve learned about recognizing when pressure and intimidation are affecting your ability to advocate clearly. In this episode, I discuss: How stress affects our bodies, decision-making, and advocacyWhy caregiving and advocacy roles can create significant pressureWhat it feels like when meetings or situations become overwhelmingWhy recognizing stress signals in your body mattersHow awareness can help you stay grounded in advocacy conversations IEP advocacy is emotional work. Caregiving is emotional work. And when we combine the two, it’s important to recognize the impact stress can have on us. In this episode, I share some of my own experiences with stress and regulation and why paying attention to those signals can help us take better care of ourselves and the people we support. Listen now for an honest conversation about stress, advocacy, and the realities of supporting children with disabilities.

  5. ٢٤ مارس

    IEP Meeting Intimidation: What to Do When the School Brings Extra Staff to Special Education Meetings

    Have you ever walked into an IEP meeting and felt like the room was stacked against you? In this episode of The Collaborative IEP Podcast, I talk about something many parents and advocates experience but don’t always know how to name: the stress and intimidation that can happen when schools bring large teams of staff into special education meetings. Sometimes there are legitimate reasons for having multiple professionals at the table. But other times, the number of people in the room can feel overwhelming and create a power imbalance for parents. In this episode, I share a personal reflection on stress, caregiving, and advocacy, along with what I’ve learned about recognizing when pressure and intimidation are affecting your ability to advocate clearly. In this episode, I discuss: How stress affects our bodies, decision-making, and advocacyWhy caregiving and advocacy roles can create significant pressureWhat it feels like when meetings or situations become overwhelmingWhy recognizing stress signals in your body mattersHow awareness can help you stay grounded in advocacy conversations IEP advocacy is emotional work. Caregiving is emotional work. And when we combine the two, it’s important to recognize the impact stress can have on us. In this episode, I share some of my own experiences with stress and regulation and why paying attention to those signals can help us take better care of ourselves and the people we support. Listen now for an honest conversation about stress, advocacy, and the realities of supporting children with disabilities. Join The Membership: https://ashleybarlowco.com/the-collaborative-iep-membership Get the Replay of the Conference: https://ashleybarlowco.com/all-access-pass-post

  6. ١٠ مارس

    Educating Your IEP Team: What to Do When Your IEP Team Lacks Training in Special Education Law and Practice

    Have you ever brought up something at an IEP meeting — and the team simply didn’t know what you were talking about? Sometimes the issue isn’t disagreement. It’s a lack of knowledge. In this episode of The Collaborative IEP Podcast, we explore what to do when your IEP team lacks training or familiarity with the research, practices, or concepts you’re raising. Whether you’re discussing the science of reading, PDA profiles, interoception, or another emerging topic, parents and advocates often find themselves educating the team. You’ll learn: Why knowledge gaps happen in special education teamsHow to share resources before a meeting to prepare the teamWhy a collaborative tone helps people stay open to learningSimple ways to “disarm the room” and keep the conversation productiveHow to introduce new ideas without triggering defensiveness When handled strategically, these moments can shift an IEP or 504 meeting from confusion to collaboration. Listen now to learn how to help your IEP team better understand your child’s special education needs. Join The Membership: https://ashleybarlowco.com/the-collaborative-iep-membership Get the Replay of the Conference: https://ashleybarlowco.com/all-access-pass-post ABCourse: https://abc.ashleybarlowco.com/

  7. ٣ مارس

    Cherry-Picked in the IEP Meeting: How Schools Misuse Data, Test Scores, and Accommodation Compliance to Deny Support

    Do you ever leave an IEP meeting thinking, “That one test score does not tell the whole story”? In this episode of The Collaborative IEP Podcast, we tackle what happens when schools rely on a single data point — a MAP score, an iReady number, one behavior report, or one teacher comment — to justify denying services or changing placement. This installment in the “Seven Simple Solutions to Solve Your Sticky IEP Situations” series focuses on Smoke and Mirrors — when rhetorical or incomplete information takes over the conversation. You’ll learn: How to spot cherry-picked data at the IEP tableWhy one test score should never drive big decisionsWhat it means to TCB (Take Care of Business) in your advocacyHow to stay calm, collaborative, and firm when the team leans on weak argumentsHow to refocus the conversation on comprehensive, objective data If you’re navigating special education meetings and want to advocate clearly — without escalating conflict — this episode gives you a practical mindset shift you can use immediately. Listen now and learn how to push back on incomplete data while staying strategic at the IEP table. Join The Membership: https://ashleybarlowco.com/the-collaborative-iep-membership Get the Replay of the Conference: https://ashleybarlowco.com/all-access-pass-post ABCourse: https://abc.ashleybarlowco.com/

  8. ٢٤ فبراير

    How to Handle Feeling Misunderstood at an IEP Meeting: A Simple Special Education Advocacy Strategy for Parents to Improve Communication and Collaboration

    A Simple Special Education Advocacy Strategy for Parents Do you ever leave an IEP meeting feeling frustrated, unheard, or completely misunderstood? If you’re a parent navigating special education, you are not alone. In this episode of The Collaborative IEP Podcast, we break down a simple, practical advocacy strategy you can use when school staff don’t seem to understand your concerns, your child’s needs, or your “why.” This episode is packed with plain-language guidance for parents who want to improve communication at IEP meetings without escalating conflict. You’ll learn: What to do when you feel misunderstood at an IEP meetingHow to respond when the school district doesn’t “get” your positionA step-by-step special education advocacy strategy you can use immediatelyHow to pause an unproductive IEP meeting in a professional wayWhy writing your concerns can strengthen collaboration and protect your child’s rightsHow to improve parent-school communication without jumping straight to due process This episode is especially helpful for parents of children with IEPs who are dealing with: Communication breakdowns during IEP meetingsDisagreements with the school teamFeeling dismissed by school staffSpecial education negotiation challengesCollaborative advocacy vs. litigation decisions If you’re trying to advocate for your child with a disability and want to stay calm, clear, and effective at the IEP table, this episode gives you a practical tool you can use right away. Whether you’re new to special education or a seasoned IEP parent, this conversation will help you handle conflict more strategically and move toward productive collaboration. Listen now to learn how to turn frustration into focused, effective advocacy. Join The Membership: https://ashleybarlowco.com/the-collaborative-iep-membership Get the Replay of the Conference: https://ashleybarlowco.com/all-access-pass-post ABCourse: https://abc.ashleybarlowco.com/

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Welcome to The Collaborative IEP podcast!  This business has been in my heart for so many years, and I so excited to share it with you.  In these podcasts we’ll discuss all things special education – from eligibility to implementation of the IEP.  We’ll talk about basic concepts and dive deeper into specific topics.  We’ll talk about self-care for caregivers and professionals that support children on IEPs.  We’ll discuss best practices, behavior, therapies, and more!

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    Ashley Barlow
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    © Ashley Barlow
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    The Collaborative IEP

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