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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. 📣Order my book on <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Your-IEP-Playbook-Confident-Advocacy/
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Signup to Generate a PitchInspired 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.
Don't IEP Alone. is hosted by Lisa Lightner. The show has published 211 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "ChatGPT, Privacy, and the High Stakes of IEP Decisions" (21 October 2026, 20 minutes), "Why I Don’t Ask for FBAs Anymore." (7 October 2026, 13 minutes), and "Who Decides When an IEP Support Is Needed?" (30 September 2026, 12 minutes).
Don't IEP Alone. publishes roughly weekly, with episodes averaging 15 minutes across 211 episodes.
Booking probability for Don't IEP Alone. is 36%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Don't IEP Alone. requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Don't IEP Alone.'s contact route on record: verified email.
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Lisa Lightner hosts Don't IEP Alone., an education podcast with 211 episodes published.
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In this episode of Don’t IEP Alone , Lisa Lightner clears up what she means when she criticizes generative AI and ChatGPT. She explains why concerns about privacy, content theft, environmental costs, and inaccurate...
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When a child’s behavior increases, the usual response is often to revisit the FBA or behavior plan. But Lisa Lightner argues that teams should first step back and examine the IEP itself. Are all of the child’s needs...
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Related: What Can I Ask for on an IEP ? And How do I Get the Team to Agree? Schedule a consult for personalized assistance . Don't IEP Alone with Lisa Lightner, Special Education Advocate Thank you for listening to this...
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More on: How IEP Placement Works How to Get an Out of District Placement on your IEP Today is last day for registration for Don't IEP Alone Academy . Don't IEP Alone with Lisa Lightner, Special Education Advocate Thank...
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Training Objections In this episode, Lisa Lightner tackles the objections parents often have about advocacy training: “I already speak up,” “I can find information online,” and “I don’t have time.” Her point is direct...
Episode #4
Back-to-school season brings a familiar reminder: don’t wait for an IEP crisis to start paying attention. In this episode, the conversation explores why families shouldn’t wait until Thanksgiving to discover that...
Episode #3
Welcome to "Don't IEP Alone." I’m your host, Lisa Lightner, special education advocate. Get on the waitlist for my advocacy training . In today’s episode, we’re tackling one of the toughest parts of advocating for your...
Episode #2
Welcome to "Don't IEP Alone" with Lisa Lightner, your go-to source for special education advocacy and support. In this episode, Lisa Lightner challenges a common belief among parents and advocates: the idea that IEP...
Episode #1
Welcome back to the Don't IEP Alone podcast! In this episode, Lisa Lightner dives into the realities of back-to-school season for parents navigating IEPs . She shares strategies to help you get organized before classes...
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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. related content: Is My Child Receiving FAPE? What It...
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If you have limited time and just want to know what to focus on quickly, which section of the IEP is the most important? Support the show Other ways I can help you with IEPs: 📚 Order my book
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Times are different, and challenging. Here's what I'm doing a little bit differently. Don't IEP Alone with Lisa Lightner, Special Education Advocate Thank you for listening to this episode of Don't IEP Alone. See you...
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Welcome to "Don't IEP Alone," the podcast that provides support and guidance for parents navigating the world of Individualized Education Programs. In today's episode, we'll be sharing 12 valuable tips for special...
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