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Stop Taking Notes. Start Documenting. | Parent Tip #10 (opens the original)
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Good advocacy is built on good documentation. In this episode, Dr. Julie Lane explains why creating an organized record of your child's educational journey can reduce stress, improve communication, and help parents make informed decisions over time. Learn practical strategies for documenting your child's progress without feeling overwhelmed by paperwork.
Building Strong Beginnings: Early Learning, Communication, & Partnership Power | Aabett Johnson (opens the original)
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In this episode of Voices of Empowered Parents, Julie M. Lane welcomes Aabett Johnson, a Board Certified Behavior Analyst, veteran, military spouse, homeschooling mother, and passionate advocate for early learning and communication. Together, they discuss how early intervention can shape a child's future, the importance of honoring every child's unique way of communicating, and how collaboration between families and professionals creates meaningful progress. Whether your child communicates verba
The Most Important Question Every Parent Should Ask at an IEP Meeting | Parent Tip #9 (opens the original)
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Every parent wants to make the best decisions for their child, but that begins with understanding the recommendations being made. In this episode, Dr. Julie Lane shares one simple question that can transform the conversation during an IEP meeting, strengthen collaboration, and help parents become more confident advocates. Sometimes the most powerful tool we have is our willingness to ask thoughtful questions.
Looking Beyond the Diagnosis: Advocacy, Lifelong ABA Support, & Never Giving Up | Corrinne Mercer (opens the original)
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In this episode of Voices of Empowered Parents, Julie M. Lane welcomes Corrinne Mercer, Board Certified Behavior Analyst, founder of Amaryllis Behavioral Health, and mother of a child with dysphagia and motor and speech delays. Drawing from both her professional expertise and personal experiences, Corrinne shares why parents should trust their instincts, advocate with confidence, and know that support does not end in childhood. Together, they discuss navigating difficult medical experiences, the
Reevaluations: When and Why They Matter | Parent Tip #8 (opens the original)
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Reevaluations are not just a formality—they help ensure your child’s supports continue to match their needs. In this episode, Dr. Julie M. Lane explains when reevaluations occur under IDEA, why they matter, and how parents can request updated assessments when concerns arise. Children grow, change, and develop over time. Their educational plans should evolve with them. Updated data can help create more meaningful supports, services, and goals. Learn more at empoweringparentsnetwork.org and join t
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