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Welcome, I’m Lisa.
I’ve been working as a Special Education Advocate since 2010. Along the way, I have met countless other advocates, attorneys and other professionals who now lend their knowledge to the site.
I have helped thousands of parents like you.
A Trusted Special Needs Resource since 2011
Hundreds of posts. Thousands of IEP Goals and IEP accommodations. Tons of advice and tips after attending 100s of IEP meetings. Since 2011, A Day in Our Shoes has been a trusted resource for both parents and teachers navigating the IEP and 504 process.
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Don’t IEP Alone Podcast
Packed with straight talk, actionable tips, and a sprinkle of cursing, the Don’t IEP Alone Podcast tackles the toughest special education challenges head-on. Tune in and empower yourself with the knowledge and confidence to advocate for your child’s needs—and get to “Yes!” with the IEP team.
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Special Education Advocacy Training
Discover a NEW way of approaching the IEP process that gives you the strength, resources, and tools to become an empowered parent advocate for your child.
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IEP Binder for Parents
Say goodbye to the chaos of IEP paperwork! Get my free IEP Organizer—a simple, effective tool to keep all your child’s IEP documents, goals, and progress tracking in one place.
IEP Data Collection Sheets
Make IEP data collection a breeze! Download my free 28-page PDF packed with ready-to-use data collection sheets designed to save time and keep you organized.