by Karen Mayer Cunningham | Apr 26, 2026 | IEP, IEP Process, Karen Mayer Cunningham, Press, Special Education Advocate
Press Conference — April 23, 2026 When a School District Silences Parents, We Show Up With a Microphone Karen Mayer Cunningham held a public press conference at Prosper ISD to address ongoing special education violations, denial of parental rights, and systemic...
by Karen Mayer Cunningham | Apr 9, 2026 | Special Education Advocate
Paraprofessionals are some of the most important people in a school building. They show up every day, work directly with students, and often become the person a child trusts the most. Karen Mayer Cunningham has said it plainly: paraprofessionals changed her own...
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...
by Karen Mayer Cunningham | Aug 14, 2023 | IEP, Advocate Resources, Special Education Advocate
If there’s one part of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) that I’ve seen make or break a child’s success, it’s the Present Levels of Academic Achievement and Functional Performance (PLAAFP). This section is a detailed snapshot of your child’s abilities,...
by Karen Mayer Cunningham | Jul 11, 2023 | Special Education Advocate
Hello Advocates! Today, we’re diving deep into the world of Individualized Education Program (IEP) goals. As advocates, parents, and educators, it’s crucial to understand what an IEP goal is, the types of IEP goals, and how to construct them effectively....
by Karen Mayer Cunningham | Jun 12, 2023 | Advocate Resources, Special Education Advocate
Hey there, parents! This summer, join me, Karen Mayer Cunningham, your Special Education Boss™, for a series of webinars that will equip you with the knowledge and tools you need to navigate the special education system. Remember, when we get it right for the child,...
