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Lisa is an education consultant, mother of a special needs childđŸ‘©â€đŸ‘§â€đŸ‘Š, and dyslexic. She believes in collaboration, love, and kindness to get the job done.

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“Dyslexia robs a person of time; accommodations return it.” – Dr. Sally Shaywitz Accommodations don’t give an unfair advantage—they give back lost time. ⏳What’s one support that’s made a difference for your child or student? #Dyslexia #504Plan #IEP #SpecialEducation #EdEquity

“Dyslexia robs a person of time; accommodations return it.” – Dr. Sally Shaywitz

Accommodations don’t give an unfair advantage—they give back lost time.

⏳What’s one support that’s made a difference for your child or student?

#Dyslexia #504Plan #IEP #SpecialEducation #EdEquity
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New school year = new chance to check if your child’s supports match their needs—not just their label. 💬 Ask the team: What’s working? What needs to change? #IEP #504Plan #BackToSchool #ParentAdvocacy #SpecialEducation

New school year = new chance to check if your child’s supports match their needs—not just their label.

💬 Ask the team: What’s working? What needs to change?
#IEP #504Plan #BackToSchool #ParentAdvocacy #SpecialEducation
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Special education parents: you can’t run on empty. ⛜ Breaks aren’t selfish — they’re fuel. 💬 What’s your go-to way to recharge? đŸ“© Need someone to help with IEP/504 so you can rest? Let’s talk. #Parenting #SpecialNeeds #IEPAdvocatee

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The IEP is NOT a suggestion—it’s a legal plan. 💬 Ask: Are all supports in place now? Check in early, not after your child falls behind. #IEP #504Plan #ParentAdvocacy #SpecialEducation #BackToSchool

The IEP is NOT a suggestion—it’s a legal plan.
💬 Ask: Are all supports in place now?
Check in early, not after your child falls behind.

#IEP #504Plan #ParentAdvocacy #SpecialEducation #BackToSchool
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Data tells the story of progress in an IEP. Without it, we’re guessing. 📊 How does your team track growth beyond grades? #SpecialEd #IEP #DataDriven

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Growth isn’t constant—and that’s okay. A setback doesn’t erase progress. 💬 Ask: How can we use challenges as stepping stones, not roadblocks? #SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy #GrowthMindset #IEP

Growth isn’t constant—and that’s okay.
A setback doesn’t erase progress.

💬 Ask: How can we use challenges as stepping stones, not roadblocks?

#SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy #GrowthMindset #IEP
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School supplies matter, but accommodations matter more. 💬 Ask before Day 1: Are all supports ready? Tech set up? Staff informed? #IEP #504Plan #SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy #BackToSchool

School supplies matter, but accommodations matter more.

💬 Ask before Day 1: Are all supports ready? Tech set up? Staff informed?
#IEP #504Plan #SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy #BackToSchool
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Special ed parents use 99% of their patience on their kids. 💬 Educators: Want to help? Be clear, follow through, and respect their time. Parents: What’s one thing a school has done that made you feel supported? #IEP #SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy

Special ed parents use 99% of their patience on their kids.

💬 Educators: Want to help? Be clear, follow through, and respect their time. Parents: What’s one thing a school has done that made you feel supported?

#IEP #SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy
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Back to school? Don’t forget the real checklist: 📄 Review IEP 📧 Contact teachers ✅ Accommodations ready 😌 Deep breath 💬 What’s your must-do before Day 1? #IEP #504Plan #BackToSchool #ParentAdvocacy

Back to school? Don’t forget the real checklist:
📄 Review IEP
📧 Contact teachers
✅ Accommodations ready
😌 Deep breath

💬 What’s your must-do before Day 1?
#IEP #504Plan #BackToSchool #ParentAdvocacy
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Some kids mask their struggles all day at school—then melt down at home. That’s not “behavior,” that’s exhaustion from dysregulation. 💬 How does your team factor in what happens after school? #IEP #SpecialEducation #WholeChild

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Without ADHD support, school can feel like walking away from chaos you didn’t create. 💬 Parents—what’s the #1 support your child needs most? Educators—what’s worked best for you? #ADHD #504Plan #IEP #ParentAdvocacy #Neurodiversity

Without ADHD support, school can feel like walking away from chaos you didn’t create.

💬 Parents—what’s the #1 support your child needs most? Educators—what’s worked best for you?

#ADHD #504Plan #IEP #ParentAdvocacy #Neurodiversity
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Before the bell rings: 📄 Make sure your child’s teacher has their IEP/504—and understands it. 💬 Parents: How do you ensure this happens? Teachers: What’s the best way to share info with you? #IEP #504Plan #ParentAdvocacy #BackToSchool

Before the bell rings:
📄 Make sure your child’s teacher has their IEP/504—and understands it.

💬 Parents: How do you ensure this happens? Teachers: What’s the best way to share info with you?

#IEP #504Plan #ParentAdvocacy #BackToSchool
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For many parents of kids with IEPs/504s, drop-off isn’t just “see you later.” It’s hoping the system keeps its promises. 💬 What builds your trust with your child’s school? #SpecialEd #IEP #ParentAdvocacy

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Paraprofessionals aren’t “nice to have”—they’re essential. 💬 Parents: How has a paraprofessional helped your child succeed? Teachers: What’s one thing you value most about them? #IEP #SpecialEducation #Paraprofessionals #ParentAdvocacy

Paraprofessionals aren’t “nice to have”—they’re essential.

💬 Parents: How has a paraprofessional helped your child succeed? Teachers: What’s one thing you value most about them?

#IEP #SpecialEducation #Paraprofessionals #ParentAdvocacy
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Parent participation in IEPs isn’t a “favor.” It’s a legal right. đŸ–Šïž Your input isn’t optional—it’s essential. How does your school make sure your voice is heard? #SpecialEd #IEP #ParentAdvocacy

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My biggest fear as a parent? Someone mistreating my child when I’m not there to protect them. 💬 Parents: What builds your trust in a school? Educators: How do you help parents feel their kids are safe and respected? #IEP #ParentAdvocacy #Inclusion #FairEducation

My biggest fear as a parent?
Someone mistreating my child when I’m not there to protect them.

💬 Parents: What builds your trust in a school? Educators: How do you help parents feel their kids are safe and respected?

#IEP #ParentAdvocacy #Inclusion #FairEducation
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“A person’s a person, no matter how small.” – Dr. Seuss 💬 Parents: How do you make sure your child’s voice is heard in their education? Educators: How do you ensure every student feels valued? #InclusiveEducation #IEP #ParentAdvocacy #FairEducation

“A person’s a person, no matter how small.” – Dr. Seuss

💬 Parents: How do you make sure your child’s voice is heard in their education? Educators: How do you ensure every student feels valued?

#InclusiveEducation #IEP #ParentAdvocacy #FairEducation
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A one-page “snapshot” of your child—likes, motivators, and needs—can help teachers support them from day one. What’s the #1 thing you wish every teacher knew about your child? 📄 #SpecialEd #ParentAdvocacy tr.ee/c3LPR0

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"Everyone gets two." Yes, you can give one student something different—if they need it to learn. That’s equity. 💬 Parents: What’s one accommodation that’s changed everything for your child? Credit: Neuro Wild #IEP #504Plan #SpecialEducation

"Everyone gets two."
Yes, you can give one student something different—if they need it to learn. That’s equity.

💬 Parents: What’s one accommodation that’s changed everything for your child?

Credit: <a href="/NeuroWild/">Neuro Wild</a>
#IEP #504Plan #SpecialEducation
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Belief is powerful. In special education, believing your child can is the first step toward making sure they do. 💬 How has belief fueled your advocacy? #IEP #504Plan #SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy

Belief is powerful. In special education, believing your child can is the first step toward making sure they do. 💬 How has belief fueled your advocacy?

#IEP #504Plan #SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy