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  • S4 Ep416: Helping Your Child with Big Emotions

    S4 Ep416: Helping Your Child with Big Emotions
    Jan 21 2025
    Join The Special Ed Strategist as Dr. David Palmiter, Clinical Director at the Chesapeake Center, dives into supporting kids with big emotions. With over 25 years of experience, Dr. Palmiter shares practical strategies to help parents and educators foster resilience and manage emotional challenges.


    Key Takeaways:
    • Insights into ADHD and emotional regulation in children
    • The power of cognitive-behavioral therapy (CBT) for emotional resilience
    • How “special time” can strengthen parent-child connections
    • Practical tools for calming emotional escalations
    Connect with Wendy Taylor
    • Instagram: @LearningEssentials
    • LinkedIn: Wendy Taylor
    • Facebook: Learning Essentials
    • Website: LearningEssentialsEDU.com

    Learn More About Dr. David Palmiter
    • Website: Chesapeake Center
    • Resources: Hectic Parents Blog
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    52 min
  • S4 Ep415: IEP Amendments and Adjustments

    S4 Ep415: IEP Amendments and Adjustments
    Jan 14 2025
    In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist, host Wendy Taylor, a certified educational therapist and IEP coach with over 20 years of experience, delves into the significance of IEP amendments. She explains how these adjustments can promptly address a child's evolving educational needs without waiting for the annual review. Wendy offers practical advice on recognizing when amendments are necessary, understanding legal rights under IDEA, and fostering effective collaboration with IEP teams. Listeners will gain actionable strategies to ensure their child's IEP remains a dynamic tool for success.

    Contact Wendy Taylor:
    • Instagram: @LearningEssentials
    • LinkedIn: Wendy Taylor
    • Facebook: Learning Essentials
    • Website: LearningEssentialsEDU.com
    Explore the 'Cracking the Code' Course: Cracking the Code

    Complementary Episodes:
    • "Building Effective IEP Goals"
    • "Transitioning Between 504 Plans and IEPs"
    • "Parent Advocacy: Tips for Success"
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    8 min
  • S4 Ep414: Coaching Teens to Independence with Jane Singleton

    S4 Ep414: Coaching Teens to Independence with Jane Singleton
    Jan 7 2025
    Episode Summary:
    Join Wendy Taylor as she sits down with Jane Singleton, founder of Launchpad for Life, a certified leadership coach and special education expert. Jane shares her journey from special educator to coach, helping parents and teens foster independence, build executive function skills, and embrace neuroinclusivity. Discover actionable strategies for transitioning from a parenting “director” to a supportive “consultant,” and learn how collaborative problem-solving can empower neurodivergent teens to thrive.

    Guest Bio:
    Jane Singleton is the founder of Launchpad for Life, specializing in bridging the gap between neurodivergent individuals and inclusive workplaces. With a Master’s degree in Special Education and 13+ years of experience as a learning and behavioral interventionist, Jane now focuses on coaching parents and teens for lasting independence and self-advocacy. As a certified leadership coach, she also works with organizations to promote neuroinclusive practices.

    Contact Jane Singleton:
    • Launchpad for Life Website
    • LinkedIn Profile
    Contact Wendy Taylor:
    • Instagram: @LearningEssentials
    • LinkedIn: Wendy Taylor
    • Facebook: Learning Essentials
    • Website: LearningEssentialsEDU.com
    • Course: Cracking the Code to Special Education Eligibility
    • Podcast: Listen Here
    • Review: Apple Podcasts
    Similar Episodes from The Special Ed Strategist Podcast:
    • Episode 14: "Executive Function Strategies for Teens"
    • Episode 22: "Fostering Independence in Neurodivergent Learners"
    • Episode 35: "Building Self-Advocacy Skills in Special Education"
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    50 min
  • S4 Ep413: Understanding the IEP Review Process

    S4 Ep413: Understanding the IEP Review Process
    Dec 17 2024
    Navigating the IEP process doesn’t have to feel like entering a boardroom without a rulebook. In this episode, Wendy Taylor shares her expertise as an educator and advocate to guide you through the essentials of IEP reviews. Learn how to prepare, organize, and empower yourself as the expert on your child’s needs. Tune in to discover actionable tips and strategies for building a collaborative IEP team.

    Contact Me
    Have questions or need support? Reach out to me:

    • Website: Learning Essentials
    • Instagram: @LearningEssentials
    • LinkedIn: Wendy Taylor
    • Facebook: Learning Essentials
    Access My Course
    • Cracking the Code: Special Education Eligibility Course
    Review & Listen to the Podcast
    1. Review on Apple Podcasts: The Special Ed Strategist
    2. Listen on Spotify or Apple: The Special Ed Strategist
    Complementing Episodes:
    • Ep. 14: Building Effective IEP Goals
    • Ep. 27: Transitioning Between 504 Plans and IEPs
    • Ep. 33: Parent Advocacy: Tips for Success
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    17 min
  • S4 Ep412: Preparing Autistic Teens for College Success - Building Confidence and Independence

    S4 Ep412: Preparing Autistic Teens for College Success - Building Confidence and Independence
    Dec 10 2024

    Host Wendy Taylor welcomes Beth Felsen, founder of Spectrum Transition Coaching, to discuss essential strategies for preparing autistic teens for college. Beth shares invaluable insights from her 25+ years of experience as a parent, autism coach, and executive function specialist. Learn how to support your teen in developing social connections, mastering life skills, and fostering independence. Beth highlights the transition from K–12 IEP-driven support to college accommodations under ADA, offering practical advice for parents and teens to navigate this new terrain successfully.

    What You’ll Learn:
    • Key differences between K–12 and college support systems.
    • How to teach self-advocacy skills and remove stigma from accommodations.
    • Effective strategies for building life and executive function skills early.
    • Tips for choosing colleges with the right support for neurodiverse students.

    Special Offer: Podcast listeners get $50 off Beth’s course using the code sped at Spectrum Transition Coaching.

    🔗 Connect with Wendy Taylor:

    • Instagram: @learningessentials
    • LinkedIn: Wendy Taylor
    • Facebook: Learning Essentials
    • Website: www.LearningEssentialsEDU.com
    • Course: Cracking the Code to Special Education Eligibility

    🔗 Connect with Beth Felsen:

    • Website: Spectrum Transition Coaching
    • Guide for Parents: The Ultimate Guide for Parents of Autistic High School Students
    • Facebook & LinkedIn: Spectrum Transition Coaching

    Tune in to gain valuable insights and tools to support your autistic teen's successful transition to college and beyond!
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    53 min
  • S4 Ep411: Differences Between ADA and Section 504

    S4 Ep411: Differences Between ADA and Section 504
    Dec 3 2024
    In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist, host Wendy Taylor explores the transition from high school to college for students with disabilities, focusing on changes under ADA and Section 504. Wendy dives into self-advocacy, differences in accommodations, and FERPA's impact on parental involvement. Discover how to prepare your child to advocate for themselves, understand new documentation requirements, and navigate college disability services for a smoother journey into independence.

    Contact Me:
    • Instagram
    • LinkedIn
    • Facebook
    • Website
    • Need an IEP? Cracking the Code Course
    Additional Resources:
    • Adjusting to College: A Brief Guide for Students with Disabilities
    • Transition Planning for High School Students with Disabilities
    Related Episodes:

    Episode 16: College Insider Tips – Psst! It’s Not All Academics! with Andrea Malkin Brenner, PhD

    Episode 406: Navigating Parenthood and Special Needs Advocacy with Susanna Peace Lovell

    Episode 407: Navigating Special Education: The Power of Systems and Collaboration
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    15 min
  • S4 Ep410: Holistic Career Counseling With Dr. Daniel Greenwood, Ed.D., M.Ed.

    S4 Ep410: Holistic Career Counseling With Dr. Daniel Greenwood, Ed.D., M.Ed.
    Nov 19 2024
    In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist, Wendy Taylor welcomes Dr. Daniel Greenwood, Ed.D., M.Ed., and Beth Greenwood, B.A., UCLA College Counseling Certificate holders, who are experienced career and educational counselors with Greenwood Associates West, Inc. They bring insights from the Greenwood System, a holistic career counseling approach developed over three decades. This episode dives deep into understanding how abilities, interests, values, and personality intersect to guide students toward fulfilling career paths.

    Key Highlights:
    • Holistic Career Counseling
    • Self-Exploration for Clarity
    • Career Exploration Tools
    • Supporting Neurodiverse Learners
    • Parental Role in Career Development
    • Value of Informational Interviews
    • Leveraging AI in Career Counseling
    • Encouragement for Big Dreams
    Resources Mentioned:
    • Career One Stop (career exploration resource)
    • ONET (career details database)
    • edX (MOOCs for career exploration)
    Connect with Wendy Taylor:
    • Instagram: @learningessentials
    • LinkedIn: Wendy Taylor
    • Facebook: Learning Essentials
    • Website: LearningEssentialsEDU.com
    • Course: Cracking the Code to Special Education Eligibility
    Connect with Dr. Daniel Greenwood and Beth Greenwood:
    • Email: dan.greenwood@greenwoodsystem.com
    • Website: Greenwood System Career Counseling
    • YouTube Channel: Greenwood System
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    44 min
  • S4 Ep409: Transitioning Between 504 Plans & IEPs

    S4 Ep409: Transitioning Between 504 Plans & IEPs
    Nov 12 2024
    In this episode of The Special Ed Strategist, host Wendy Taylor—special educator, IEP coach, and educational therapist—breaks down the complex process of transitioning from a 504 plan to an IEP. Wendy explains the key differences between the two plans, when and why you might need to move from a 504 to an IEP, and actionable steps for parents to advocate effectively. She offers practical advice and real-world examples to make this daunting process more accessible to both parents and educators. Don't miss Wendy's tips on how to request evaluations, document progress, and work collaboratively with schools.

    Contact Wendy:
    • Instagram: Learning Essentials
    • LinkedIn: Wendy Taylor
    • Facebook: Tutoring LE
    • Website: Learning Essentials
    • Cracking the Code to Special Education Eligibility Course: Sign up here
    • Review Podcast: Apple Podcasts
    • Listen to Podcast: The Special Ed Strategist
    Resources:
    1. Wrightslaw: An extensive resource for special education law and advocacy. Wrightslaw Website
    2. Understood.org: Information on special education plans, including 504s and IEPs. Understood
    3. Parent Training and Information Centers: Find your local PTI for support in navigating the IEP process.
    Complementing Episodes:
    • Episode 12: "What’s the Difference Between a 504 Plan and an IEP?"
    • Episode 22: "IEP Basics: Understanding Your Rights and the Process"
    • Episode 35: "Advocating for Special Education: Tips for Parents"
    Need more help with your advocacy journey? Enroll in Wendy’s course: Cracking the Code to Special Education Eligibility.
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    13 min