Are you navigating the IEP process for your child’s special education journey?
I’m Flor De Amelia, a special educator, behavior analyst, and fellow parent. I’ll guide you to become a prepared and powerful advocate as we demystify IEPs and explore how these plans are truly a roadmap for your child’s life.
Hear honest conversations with:
- Parents
- Siblings
- Young adults who had IEPs
- Dedicated professionals
Find the clarity, encouragement, and community you need to empower your child’s future.
Let’s start with the IEP and build from there.
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Transcript
Are you a parent or guardian juggling the
Speaker:daily demands of IEPs while constantly thinking about your child's future. Then you're in the right
Speaker:I'm Flor De Amelia a licensed special educator, behavior analyst, and most importantly, a fellow parent
Speaker:walking the same path. I know what it's like to sit in those IEP meetings year after year and asking, am I doing
Speaker:Will this plan truly prepare my child for adulthood? That's exactly why I'm here
Speaker:to help you step into those IEP meetings, not just as a parent, but as a prepared and powerful
Speaker:Welcome to "Starting with IEP", the podcast that goes beyond the
Speaker:paperwork. We will demystify the IEP process and explore how these plans shape our children's
Speaker:long-term future, because it's more than just a document.
Speaker:It's a plan for life.
Speaker:Each episode
Speaker:features honest conversations with parents, some still in the thick of it, others whose children have already transitioned into
Speaker:We'll talk about what worked, what didn't, and what they wish they had known earlier.
Speaker:We'll also hear from siblings, those that grew up alongside a brother or sister with special needs and how it
Speaker:shaped their childhood and perspective.
Speaker:And one of the most impactful voices you'll hear from are young adults who
Speaker:had IEPs themselves.
Speaker:We'll also include voices of professionals who truly get it.
Speaker:Educators, therapists and advocates who work alongside families every day and
Speaker:want to build real, respectful collaboration.
Speaker:Their insight can help
Speaker:bridge gaps and create stronger IEP teams.
Speaker:If you're someone with a story to share,
Speaker:whether you're a parent, a sibling, a self-advocate, or a professional, we'll love to hear from you.
Speaker:This
Speaker:podcast is here to help you feel empowered, not just at your next IEP meeting, but every day your advocating
Speaker:for your child's future.
Speaker:If you're looking for clarity, encouragement, and community, subscribe to
Speaker:"Starting with IEP", wherever you get your podcast. Let's start with the IEP and build from there.
