What happens when real parents and educators bring real IEP and 504 questions to the table?

In this Live Q&A episode, Karen Mayer Cunningham, the Special Education Boss®, answers rapid-fire questions straight from families and professionals navigating the special education process.

From 504 Plans and IEP violations to placement decisions, behavior supports, and discrimination scenarios, Karen keeps it real — empowering you with clarity, confidence, and next steps.

💬 Topics Covered:

✨ Twice-exceptional students and Special Olympics participation
✨ When a co-taught class isn’t staffed as written in the IEP
✨ What to do when general ed teachers refuse to include SPED students
✨ Timelines for FOIA and records requests
✨ Out-of-district placements and systemic complaints
✨ What “average” really means in evaluations
✨ LRE (Least Restrictive Environment) misconceptions

📘 Resources Mentioned:

• The Epic IEP™ Book: https://www.theepiciep.com
• Special Education Academy: https://www.specialeducationacademy.com
• Email: advocate@specialeducationacademy.com
• YouTube Channel: Special Education Academy
  
  

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“When we get it right for the child, we get it right for everybody.”
— Karen Mayer Cunningham

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👩‍⚖️ Hosted by Karen Mayer Cunningham, Advocate & Special Education Boss®
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