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.
Don't IEP Alone.
The Impact of Socialization in the Digital Age: FaceTime vs. In-Person Interaction, Dr. Stephanie Fields
The Impact of Socialization in the Digital Age: FaceTime vs. In-Person Interaction
00:02:07 Growing concern over children's socialization and anxiety.
00:03:50 Video games can count as socialization, but face-to-face interaction is also important.
00:07:33 Families need to focus on mental health.
00:13:18 Parents must be vigilant with IEPs. Specialty design instruction must match child's needs. Collaboration needed for effective changes.
00:16:49 Technical reports meant to be explained to parents.
00:21:09 ADHD becoming mainstream, making connections for kids.
00:25:01 Prioritize Mental Health 101 during crises.
00:25:58 Challenging, but prioritize healthy food choices.
Dr. Stephanie Fields is a highly qualified psychologist with expertise in family therapy. She recently shifted her focus towards parent coaching, a specialized approach that solves specific parenting problems.
Dr. Fields emphasizes that a diagnosis or assessment of the child is not the main focus of parent coaching. Instead, her role as a parent coach is to work closely with parents, addressing specific parenting issues they may be facing.
Whether it's helping a child sleep independently or managing chaotic mealtimes, Dr. Stephanie Fields provides targeted solutions through coaching sessions.
Don't IEP Alone with Lisa Lightner, Special Education Advocate
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