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Apparently, hiring a clown to terrify your child is a thing. Let’s discuss.
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Placements, Sneakers, and Why Fit Matters
IEP placement can feel overwhelming—but it doesn’t have to be. This post breaks down the continuum of placements, explains how decisions are made, and uses a simple analogy to show why the right fit matters more than staying the same.
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Words to Live By: Don’t Yell at the Person with the Needle
A routine lab visit turns into a funny—and unexpectedly thoughtful—reminder that kindness costs nothing, especially when the person holding the needle is still learning.
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More Than I Expected
It’s kind of wild to think I started this blog almost 8 months ago… and this is my 60th post. Congratulations to me, right? Thank you, thank you. (Imagine applause. Maybe even a standing ovation… definitely a standing O. Feel…
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Why I Became an SESP—and Why I Still Do It
A personal look at becoming a Special Education Surrogate Parent (SESP), what the role actually involves, and why it matters for students who don’t have anyone to advocate for them. A mix of real experience, clear explanation, and hope for…
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Brain in a Jar. On a Barnes & Noble Shelf.
A playful letter to my 100-year-old self imagining what life might look like in 2075—from telepathy and self-driving cars to drone doctors and brains in mason jars.
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How to Read an IEP Without Becoming Overwhelmed
The IEP can feel like legal mumbo-jumbo and emotional overload all at once. Here are a few tips on how to read it slowly, thoughtfully, and without panic.
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