This episode dives deep into The Epic IEP—the practical, step-by-step playbook every parent, teacher, and advocate needs. Karen and Cindy unpack what’s inside (including built-in QR codes for templates, guides, and ongoing tools) and answer powerful questions from the community.Inside This Episode:How The Epic IEP serves as your outline for meetings, evaluations, and progress trackingThe real story behind 1:1 classroom models and why ratios matterWhat “evaluate suspected disabilities” actually means under Child FindWho’s responsible for what: gen ed vs. special ed vs. parasWriting behavior goals and when to request an FBA or psychological evaluationWhy we don’t override doctor’s notes or “test for dysgraphia” in isolationWhat to do when meetings go sideways—how to pause and reconveneWhy continuing education and proper training change everythingTools + Takeaways:✔ The Epic IEP — now available for pre-order on Amazon✔ Claim your bonuses + join the Book Club at theepiciep.com✔ District upgrades + bulk order training: theepiciep.com/upgrade✔ Weekly training + federal law support inside The Academy: Special Education Academy✔ Advocacy support: [email protected] Message:Clarity wins every time. Evaluate the need, match the setting, write goals that move data, and lead the table with confidence.Order the book: Amazon – The Epic IEP Support the show✨ When we get it right for the child, we get it right for everybody. ✨ 👩‍⚖️ Hosted by Karen Mayer Cunningham, Advocate & Special Education Boss®Each week, Karen shares real stories, legal insights, and no-nonsense strategies to help you navigate special education with clarity and confidence. 👉 Subscribe & never miss an episode — new episodes drop every week!🎓 Join The Academy: Weekly live trainings + 250+ hours of advocacy tools & expert resources🔗 Learn more at The Academy 📬 Have a question? Email us at [email protected] 📱 Follow Karen on: TikTok & Instagram: @specialeducationboss YouTube: Special Education Academy 🧠 Want to level up your advocacy game?Check out the Advocate's Bookshelf — a curated collection of must-have tools, guides, and legal references every special education advocate should own. From federal code to diagnostic manuals, these are the essentials that help you advocate with clarity and confidence. 📚 Browse now: https://amzn.to/3RiQPLl(As an Amazon Associate, Karen may earn a small commission if you make a purchase — at no extra cost to you.) ...

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