

Special Education Inner Circle
Catherine Whitcher
The Special Education Inner Circle podcast is hosted by Catherine Kahl, M.Ed, founder of the Master IEP Coach® Mentorship. Get your notebook ready as Catherine brings you real-world strategies for everyone at the IEP table. With her family's experience in the disability community and her journey from Special Education classroom teacher to IEP expert, Catherine knows what it takes to prepare students and families for the future. Get ready to be inspired and learn actionable steps you can take immediately to change your special education experience.
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May 26, 2021 • 8min
Toxic Expectations in Special Education
The expectations of parents and teachers in Special Education to drop everything for the next meeting, the latest text, or the incoming phone call is real. Now, what will you do to stop it? Get IEP help: www.catherinewhitcher.com

May 19, 2021 • 30min
Children's Mental Health with Dr. Roseann
We need to change the way we view and treat Children's Mental Health, especially in our school system. From Special Education strategies to stress relief steps you can take at home, Dr. Roseann helps you thinking differently about mental health! It's Gonna Be OK, purchase on Amazon: https://amzn.to/3ypZlgz Email: roseann@drroseann.com Website: https://drroseann.com/ Get your free IEP Checklist and continue learning in the Special Education Inner Circle: www.specialedinnercircle.com

May 11, 2021 • 26min
IEP Teams Align, Students Shine with n2y
We're always looking for the next best thing at the IEP table. As parents and teachers, we know the importance of helping a child SHINE each and every day. To make that happen, we as the team, need to get into alignment... I can't wait to share with you a new tool that could make that happen with ease! Explore n2y and Polaris: https://www.n2y.com/ Download 12 IEP questions you MUST ask! https://www.catherinewhitcher.com/freeiepchecklists

May 6, 2021 • 25min
Diagnosis Disaster and Self Advocacy Success
Catherine Hughes was living a mom's worst fear. Her child was taken from her after a bystander called authorities to report her parenting actions. Catherine Hughes did not do anything wrong, she simply needed answers. Her son finally received a diagnosis and their journey to self-advocacy is an experience you need to hear. Connect with Catherine Hughes: The Caffeinated Advocate: www.thecaffeinatedadvocate.com Amazon: www.amazon/com/author/hughescatherine Continue the conversation as a VIP Special Education Inner Circle Member: www.specialedinnercircle.com

Apr 24, 2021 • 19min
Creative Speech Strategies with Dr. Erik X. Raj
How do you get a child to become more involved in reaching their speech goals? Erik gives you dozens of ideas on how to use modern games that kids love to reach higher levels of communication! Contact Erik: https://erikxraj.com/ Get the Complete Training and Your Questions Answered at www.specialedinnercircle.com

Apr 14, 2021 • 9min
Stop Calling IEP Meetings without THIS Information
Ever been caught in the trap of IEP meeting after IEP meeting and feeling like you're never getting anywhere? Parents and Teachers, Use these 3 steps to stop the endless cycle of unnecessary IEP meetings. More IEP help at www.specialedinnercircle.com

Apr 8, 2021 • 17min
We Need More Than IEPs
We know that IEPs can't provide everything a child needs for the future... sometimes we have to build our own resources in the community! Continue the conversation as a VIP Special Education Insider: www.specialedinnercircle.com Amanda Owen is the executive director of Puzzle Pieces, a nonprofit organization based out of Owensboro, Kentucky, that serves individuals with intellectual disabilities. Amanda is also the woman behind Pieces of Me, a blog and podcast that aims to help those impacted by disabilities and other women trying to chase their dreams. Amanda loves to connect! Find her at: Website: www.piecesofme.org Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/piecesofmebyamanda/

Apr 1, 2021 • 23min
Starting a Special Education School from Scratch
Have you ever thought of starting your own Special Education school? Kelly Weaver entered the world of autism when her daughter was diagnosed at the age of 2. She successfully ran an ABA program out of her home, and after making several attempts at public school made the decision to start a school specializing in autism. Website: www.alcacenter.org LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kelly-weaver-4901ba8 Parents and Teachers, Get Special Education Help: www.catherinewhitcher.com

Mar 18, 2021 • 26min
Navigating IEPs as an Autism Family with Jessica Beaty
First, the school didn't believe that her son needed an IEP. Next, she had to negotiate an IEP for her daughter. Through all the assessments for her children, Jessica found out something about herself too! The COZI app is how Jessica stays organized and communicates with her husband about her busy family schedule. Download for free here: https://cozi.onelink.me/m2Mi/99c0d0f Connect with Jessica: Email: hello@jessicabeaty.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessicabeaty_advocate/ Connect with Catherine: www.catherinewhitcher.com for IEP resources and help hello@catherinewhitcher.com

Mar 13, 2021 • 10min
Stop Surprises at the IEP Table
Surprising the "other side" at the IEP table is a guaranteed way to break trust and get off track during the IEP meeting. You must use an agenda, submit parent input, and explore all placement options BEFORE the IEP meeting. Get more IEP help at www.specialedinnercircle.com


