Listen "The Power of Parent Input — Shaping the IEP Through Your Voice"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode of The Affirming Village Podcast, hosts Dr. Destiny Huff, LPC and Lisa Baskin Wright explore one of the most underestimated tools in the IEP process — parent input.Your perspective as a parent is more than background information; it’s data that drives decisions. Destiny and Lisa break down how your words can change how educators see your child, shift IEP language from deficit to affirming, and ensure your learner’s story is seen beyond behaviors or test scores.They discuss:What meaningful parent input sounds likeHow to write IEP parent statements that reflect your child’s strengths and needsWhy your voice matters as much as any expert at the tableReal examples of how advocacy rooted in affirmation changes outcomesThis episode will help you show up in every IEP meeting with clarity, confidence, and compassion.
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