Rapid-Fire Q&A: IEP Services, Transition Plans, 504 Misconceptions & Parent Advocacy

Have a question about IEPs, special education rights, or how to advocate for your child? In this rapid-fire episode, Karen Mayer Cunningham, the Special Education Boss®, answers YOUR burning questions from parents, teachers, and advocates across the country.✨ From transition services at age 16 (or earlier!) to paraprofessional-only classrooms, related services, and the legal difference between an IEP and a 504, this episode is packed with clear, actionable insight.🔍 Topics covered include:What to do when the school refuses a transition plan at age 16Can a classroom be run by paras only?Why "extremely low IQ" isn't enough without dataWhat’s required for behavior intervention plans (BIPs)How long is “without unnecessary delay”?When to Request an IEE (Independent Educational Evaluation)How to advocate for AAC devices like a light boxCan self-contained students be dismissed early? (Spoiler: NO!)Can a school end an IEP without parent consent?And so much more…💬 Karen also explains why “extremely low” isn’t a legal term, how parents should handle emotionally charged meetings, and what to do if the team “dictates” the IEP.🎓 Want more support?Join The Academy for full access to over 250+ hours of training, ongoing weekly updates, and a community that knows how to navigate and negotiate successful student outcomes.👉 Join The Academy: 📩 Need an advocate? Email: [email protected]🎧 Listen to past episodes on YouTube or wherever you get your podcasts.“When we get it right for the child, we get it right for everybody.”— Karen Mayer Cunningham Support the show✨ When we get it right for the child, we get it right for everybody. ✨👩‍⚖️ Hosted by Karen Mayer Cunningham, Advocate & Special Education Boss®Each week, Karen shares real stories, legal insights, and no-nonsense strategies to help you navigate special education with clarity and confidence.👉 Subscribe & never miss an episode — new episodes drop every week!🎓 Join The Academy: Weekly live trainings + 250+ hours of advocacy tools & expert resources🔗 Learn more at The Epic IEP™ Academy  First month free, after that, cancel anytime. 📱 Follow Karen on:TikTok & Instagram: @specialeducationbossYouTube: Special Education Academy🧠 Want to level up your advocacy game?Check out the Advocate's Bookshelf — a curated collection of must-have tools, guides, and legal references every special education advocate should own. From federal code to diagnostic manuals, these are the essentials that help you advocate with clarity and confidence.📚 Browse now: https://amzn.to/3RiQPLl(As an Amazon Associate, Karen may earn a small commission if you make a purchase — at no extra cost to you.)Because when...