Opportunity Gap: For Families Navigating Special Education
Understood.org, Julian Saavedra
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Should you hold your child back a year? What parents need to know
If your child doesn’t seem ready for kindergarten or the next grade, what should you do? What if the school is suggesting that your child stay back? In this episode, we break down the real factors…
The reasons kids shut down before summer break
As the school year winds down, many kids start to burn out. They might lose motivation, feel big emotions, or struggle to follow their usual routines. In this episode, you’ll learn why behaviors like…
3 hidden IEP benefits every parent should know
Most families know that IEPs can provide accommodations and services. But other powerful supports are sometimes hidden. In this episode, we break down three often-overlooked IEP benefits: extended…
The case for more play in school
Play isn’t just a break from learning. It can also be how learning happens. But many kids have less time for recess and unstructured play than ever before. In this episode, we explore why play…
ADHD and how eating affects focus for kids
If your child has ADHD, you may wonder how eating affects their focus at school. The answer isn’t about perfect meals or strict rules. In this episode, host Julian Saavedra talks with registered…
The school programs giving kids a real advantage
Schools don’t always get everything right. But many are doing amazing work every day! In this episode, we explore how educators are helping kids thrive and succeed in the classroom. Discover how…
Help kids face failure without stepping in to fix it
Kids can learn to carry the “boulders” of their feelings, build resilience, and make independent choices without parents taking over. As hard as it is to watch them struggle, sometimes the best…
Do kids really need homework?
Homework can be a source of stress for kids and families, especially for those with learning and thinking differences. In this episode, assistant principal Julian Saavedra breaks down what homework…
Introducing Everyone Gets a Juice Box
Discover a new show on the Understood Podcast Network: Everyone Gets a Juice Box, hosted by Jessica Shaw! This series explores the real challenges parents face raising neurodivergent kids — with…
Top 5 IEP meeting tips from a parent advocate
As a parent advocate and mom, Danielle Ward has been in countless IEP meetings. She’s a wealth of knowledge on how to make the most of your time with the special education team. From bringing…
The mid-year reset: How parents can help kids finish the school year strong
We’re officially halfway through the school year. That makes this the perfect moment to pause and reset. In this solo episode, Julian shares why mid-year check-ins matter — and how families can use…
Phone-free classrooms: What happens when devices disappear
It seems like everyone has a phone in their hand these days, and kids are no exception. But increasingly, schools are starting to limit phones — or even ban them. What does that mean for students,…
School refusal vs. sick days: What’s really going on?
In this episode, Julian breaks down “chronic absenteeism.” What is that, you ask?As parents, you’re probably familiar with kids avoiding school. But when does a feeling turn into a pattern? And what…
How “bad behavior” may signal anxiety in kids with ADHD
Many kids with ADHD also deal with anxiety. Together, this can end up looking like defiance, avoidance, or just acting out at school. In this episode, we’re breaking down what’s really going on…
Is special education in crisis? Federal layoffs explained
We know the headlines around special education these days are hard to take in.Federal layoffs in the Office of Special Education Programs (OSEP) could affect oversight of $15 billion in IDEA funding,…
What to do when parent-teacher relationships go wrong
Sometimes parent-teacher relationships don’t go as smoothly as we hope. And when conflicts happen, it can make school harder for both students and adults.In this episode, Julian shares practical…
Trouble with reading? Is it dyslexia?
Is your child having trouble with reading? Could it be dyslexia? Expert Shira Moskowitz shares what parents need to know.Dyslexia is more than just letter mix-ups.It’s a learning difference that…
How to talk to your child about microaggressions in the classroom
What do you do when your child says, “I think my teacher hates me”? In this episode, Julian breaks down what that really means. Learn how to spot signs of microaggressions in the classroom. Get…
Parent-teacher conference tips: What to say and ask
Ever leave a parent-teacher conference feeling more confused than informed? Dr. Andy Kahn joins us to help you prepare and make the most of these important conversations.For many parents, these…
Kids struggling with math? It could be dyscalculia
Some kids work hard in math but still struggle to keep up. Even with extra practice, the numbers just don’t click. This might be a sign of dyscalculia, a learning disability that makes it difficult…
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