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Special Education Inner Circle

Special Education Inner Circle

Hosted by: Catherine Whitcher

The Special Education Inner Circle podcast is hosted by Catherine Whitcher, M.Ed, founder of the Master IEP Coach® Mentorship + Network. Get your notebook ready as Catherine brings you real-world strategies for...

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Adapted Books and IEP Resources You Need with Mrs. D!

Episode #57

Stephanie and I agree you should NOT be doing Special Education alone! You might know Stephanie as Mrs. D's Corner on social media and TPT. She's a leader in Special Education creating resources that are adaptable in...
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7 Steps Forward You Can Take in Special Education

Episode #56

No matter if you're Hybrid, Virtual, or In-Person learning... You probably feel stuck sometimes as a parent or teacher who is navigating special education decisions and struggles. Listen in as 6 Master IEP Coaches®...
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Part 2: 12 IEP Questions You MUST Ask Now

Episode #55

We covered the first 6 questions you need to ask in Part 1, but we are not quite done yet. Remember, parents and teachers... this is for both of you!  Do NOT wait until prepping for your next meeting to start asking...
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Part 1: 12 MUST Ask Questions for IEPs that Work!

Episode #54

You've got 99 things racing through your mind as Special Education Teacher or Special Needs Parent when it comes to getting ready for an IEP meeting, but too often we forget these 12 things!  Do NOT wait until...
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Hot Topics in Special Education Right NOW

Episode #53

From Teachers being asked to place their own children in daycare so they can teach in their classrooms virtually to parents waiting over 6 months to get an answer from the school team. Things are rough in special...
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5 Things You Never Want to Say or Hear at the IEP Table

Episode #52

Special Education Teachers and Parents, If you hear ANY of these 5 statements at an IEP table, be ready with what to say next. It could make all the difference in the outcome of the IEP meeting! IEP Help for Parents...
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Avoid hearing NO at the IEP Table with Lisa

Episode #51

If you've ever heard "NO" at the IEP table and you just can't figure out how to get to a YES (without a fight), Lisa has got you covered! A few changes in HOW you ask for things at the table can make HUGE...
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PLEASE, Don't Skip Speech Services with Chris Wenger

Episode #50

Chris Wenger is an enthusiastic school-based SLP and nationally-acclaimed presenter who loves to share his knowledge about growth mindset and practical ways to infuse it into the school setting for students.  He is...
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Classroom Aides and Accommodations, What needs to happen next?

Episode #49

Parents and Teachers, You're going to love these easy steps to make IEPs meaningful as some of us stay stuck in virtual learning and others start to return to school buildings. Listen in as Amy & Shelley join me...
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Reaching IEP Goals during Virtual Learning with Heather

Episode #48

Special Education Teacher and Master IEP Coach®, Heather, walks us through what it takes to make meaningful progress during virtual learning! Resources: Connect with Heather and Download Free IEP Resources:...
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Least Restrictive Placements, Think about THIS!

Episode #47

It's time to stop assuming that the Least Restrictive Environment for one child is the Least Restrictive Environment for another. Too often we assume we know what will help a child build more independence, but we need...
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6 Easy IEP Actions to take ASAP

Episode #46

5 powerhouse Master IEP Coaches® spill easy IEP action steps that can make a BIG difference for students, teachers, and parents... right now! Special Education is struggling right now, but you don't have to! Talk to a...
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