Let Us Reintroduce Ourselves
Season 4, Episode 5: Let Us Reintroduce Ourselves
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Summary
In this episode, Michelle and Dana reintroduce themselves and share their backgrounds and experiences in special education. They discuss their passion for supporting parents and caregivers, as well as their approach to advocacy, which focuses on collaboration and conversation. They emphasize the importance of breaking down barriers to information and promoting a student-centered approach in the IEP process. They also highlight that their advocacy may not be a fit for everyone and that their goal is to solve as many problems as possible at the IEP table. The episode concludes with fun facts about Michelle and Dana and an invitation for listeners to engage with them on social media.
Takeaways
Advocacy in special education should be collaborative and focused on conversation rather than confrontation.
Breaking down barriers to information is crucial in empowering parents and caregivers.
A student-centered approach is essential in the IEP process.
Advocacy may not be a fit for everyone, and it's important to find the right advocate for your needs.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Reintroduction
01:30 Background and Experience
03:26 Passion for Supporting Parents and Caregivers
05:58 Connection and Collaboration
08:14 Breaking Down Barriers to Information
09:42 Approach to Advocacy
11:19 Student-Centered Approach
13:10 Not a Fit for Everyone
14:27 Solving Problems at the IEP Table
15:20 Fun Facts
17:39 Engaging with Listeners
18:23 Closing Remarks
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