Don't IEP Alone.
Inspired by her own son with disabilities, Lisa Lightner is an award-winning blogger and advocate. She has previously worked for her county's Arc and has served on the Boards of Directors for several disability organizations.
Currently, she is her county's chairperson for the Right to Education Task Force, a federally decreed group set up in 1971 to ensure that all children in Pennsylvania had the opportunity to an education.
When not attending IEP meetings with families or lobbying in Harrisburg and DC for disability rights, she can be found on the web at her IEP advice blog, A Day in our Shoes. She is known for her practical, realistic and implementable advice for parents.
Warning: I've been told I have a Philly accent. I don't hear it. Also, I curse. It's something I'm working on as far as personal development. So please don't be put off. I'm trying.
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Latest Episodes
Why "Gotcha!" is not an effective advocacy strategy.
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.relat...
What's the Most Imporant Part of the IEP?
If you have limited time and just want to know what to focus on quickly, which section of the IEP is the most important?
Avoiding the February IEP Freakout: Proactive Tips for Parents
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 ad...
Navigating Family Boundaries: Grief, Politics, and Advocacy
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 ...
New Year, Fresh IEP Data: How to Track Progress and Advocate Effectively
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 chil...