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Back to School Edition

by Karen Mayer Cunningham | Aug 26, 2025 | Special Education Advocate, IEP, Special Education Academy

What Every Parent & Advocate Needs to Know It’s that time of year again. New backpacks, sharpened pencils, fresh sneakers — and for families navigating special education, it’s also the season of new teachers, new case managers, and sometimes the same old...
The Path to Special Education Testing and Services

The Path to Special Education Testing and Services

by Karen Mayer Cunningham | Sep 25, 2023 | Special Education Testing

The Path to Special Education Testing and Services As a parent, you know your child better than anyone. So when you notice your son or daughter struggling or falling behind in some area, it’s important to speak up and take action. One option to explore is having your...

Navigating Special Education: What Every Parent Needs to Know

by Karen Mayer Cunningham | Sep 13, 2023 | IEP

Is your child struggling in school and you feel like your voice isn’t being heard? Do Individualized Education Program (IEP) meetings leave you feeling confused and powerless? You are not alone. Navigating special education can feel overwhelming for even the...
The Advocate’s Deep Dive into Child Find: Uncovering the Hidden Pathways to Special Education

The Advocate’s Deep Dive into Child Find: Uncovering the Hidden Pathways to Special Education

by Karen Mayer Cunningham | Aug 31, 2023 | Advocate Resources

Today, let’s focus our hearts and minds on a topic that often goes unnoticed but holds immense power: Child Find. This legal cornerstone in special education is a game-changer, and I’m thrilled to guide you through its intricacies. What Is Child Find?...

Navigating the Waters of Due Process in Special Education

by Karen Mayer Cunningham | Aug 21, 2023 | Advocate Resources

Join in a Real Due Process Hearing: A Unique Opportunity I’m headed into a Due Process hearing August 23-25, 2023 and I invite you to join me via Zoom. This is a rare opportunity to witness a Due Process hearing in action and gain valuable insights into the...
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