# support show ways (audio feeds) — RSS Amplifier Recent posts from the 1 feeds in the RSS Amplifier directory that cover support show ways. Page: Feed: --- ## Breaking the Myth: IEP Meetings Aren’t Where Success Happens _2026-08-19 · Don't IEP Alone._ Welcome to "Don't IEP Alone" with Lisa Lightner, your go-to source for special education advocacy and support. In this episode, Lisa Lightner challenges a common belief among parents and advocates: the idea that IEP meetings are the most important part of the special education process. Drawing from her years of experience, Lisa Lightner explains why the real work—and true advocacy power—happens… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/255037/episodes/19638160-breaking-the-myth-iep-meetings-aren-t-where-success-happens.mp3) ## A Parent’s Guide to Back to School IEP Readiness _2026-08-13 · Don't IEP Alone._ Welcome back to the Don't IEP Alone podcast! In this episode, Lisa Lightner dives into the realities of back-to-school season for parents navigating IEPs . She shares strategies to help you get organized before classes begin, including a game-changing new approach to reading and understanding your child’s IEP. Whether your summer break is winding down or you’re already prepping backpacks, Lisa… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/255037/episodes/19638092-a-parent-s-guide-to-back-to-school-iep-readiness.mp3) ## Why "Gotcha!" is not an effective advocacy strategy. _2026-02-13 · Don't IEP Alone._ You can be right. You can even prove you’re right. That doesn’t mean you’ll get what your child needs. Read instead of listen: Why “Gotcha” Doesn’t Win IEP Meetings. related content: Is My Child Receiving FAPE? What It Actually Looks Like in Real Life. Take the online special education advocacy training (what DOES win IEP meetings!) Don't IEP Alone with Lisa Lightner, Special Education Advocate… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/255037/episodes/18674250-why-gotcha-is-not-an-effective-advocacy-strategy.mp3) ## What's the Most Imporant Part of the IEP? _2026-01-28 · Don't IEP Alone._ If you have limited time and just want to know what to focus on quickly, which section of the IEP is the most important? Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order Your IEP Playbook (my book) Schedule a Consult or IEP Record Review [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/255037/episodes/966207-what-s-the-most-imporant-part-of-the-iep.mp3) ## Avoiding the February IEP Freakout: Proactive Tips for Parents _2026-01-13 · Don't IEP Alone._ In this episode of Don't IEP Alone, Lisa Lightner shares why February can be a stressful month for IEP parents, what causes the annual "February freakout," and proactive steps you can take now to better advocate for your child. Get essential advice on IEP renewals, kindergarten and transition webinars, progress monitoring, and how to avoid last-minute panic as spring approaches. All the tools and… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/255037/episodes/18455303-avoiding-the-february-iep-freakout-proactive-tips-for-parents.mp3) ## Navigating Family Boundaries: Grief, Politics, and Advocacy _2026-01-07 · Don't IEP Alone._ In this special episode of "Don't IEP Alone," Lisa Lightner shares her personal journey of setting boundaries with family amid political and social divides, especially as a special needs parent and advocate. She discusses the grief of lost relationships, the importance of protecting your energy, and how the disability community can find support and understanding—even when it means creating your… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/255037/episodes/18454967-navigating-family-boundaries-grief-politics-and-advocacy.mp3) ## New Year, Fresh IEP Data: How to Track Progress and Advocate Effectively _2026-01-06 · Don't IEP Alone._ In this episode of Don't IEP Alone, host Lisa Lightner shares actionable tips for parents on IEP data collection after the holiday break. Learn how to track skills at home, compare school reports, and use documentation to advocate for your child’s needs. Plus, discover new IEP toolkits and resources to start your year empowered! 🔴 Is Your Child's IEP Working?: 👉… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/255037/episodes/18454937-new-year-fresh-iep-data-how-to-track-progress-and-advocate-effectively.mp3) ## They Used a REED to Skip Testing? Yeah, Let’s Talk About That… _2025-12-02 · Don't IEP Alone._ 🧑🏼‍🤝‍🧑🏼 Every question is answered by an advocate--Join A Community of Parents and Advocates who "get it": https://village.adayinourshoes.com 🔴 IEP Transition Workshop Series: adayinourshoes.com/iep-transition-workshops/ 🚀 Sign Up for Special Education Advocacy Training: 👉 dontiepalone.com/online-special-education-... ⚠️More on IEP Transition Planning: adayinourshoes.com/iep-transition/ 🎯… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/255037/episodes/18184821-they-used-a-reed-to-skip-testing-yeah-let-s-talk-about-that.mp3) ## They Don’t Have to Train You...Unless You Ask. 🙄 _2025-11-19 · Don't IEP Alone._ No, the School Isn’t Going to Offer Training (Unless You Demand It) 🔴 Is Your Child's IEP Working?: 👉 https://dontiepalone.com/iep-progress/ 🚀 Sign Up for Special Education Advocacy Training: 👉 https://dontiepalone.com/online-special-education-advocacy-training/ ⚠️More on IEP Progress Monitoring: https://adayinourshoes.com/how-to-monitor-iep-progress-for-parents/ 🎯 Free IEP Goal Tracker:… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/255037/episodes/18184793-they-don-t-have-to-train-you-unless-you-ask.mp3) ## [Privacy-first AI-native browser (Sponsored)](https://crawlproof.com/a/a2BuR58KEFK0) _2025-11-19 · **Sponsored**_ No telemetry or ads — built on Ungoogled Chromium with a built-in AI sidebar and CLI. ## The School Suspended Your Child. Now What? _2025-11-18 · Don't IEP Alone._ How to Prepare for an IEP Manifestation Determination Hearing at School . 🔴 Is Your Child's IEP Working?: 👉 https://dontiepalone.com/iep-progress/ 🚀 Sign Up for Special Education Advocacy Training: 👉 https://dontiepalone.com/online-special-education-advocacy-training/ ⚠️More on FAPE: https://adayinourshoes.com/fape/ 🎯 Free IEP Binder for Parents: https://adayinourshoes.com/free-iep-binder/… [Listen](https://www.buzzsprout.com/255037/episodes/18184763-the-school-suspended-your-child-now-what.mp3)