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Collaborative Advocacy Sep 30, 2026

 

Collaborative Advocacy Does Not Mean Agreeing With Everyone

When I tell people that I practice collaborative IEP advocacy, I sometimes think they hear nice.

Be agreeable. Keep the peace. Avoid di...

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LRE Oct 27, 2025

A few years ago, I was sitting in an IEP meeting that left a mark on me.

The team was split.

One group was adamant that the student must stay in the general education class “for inclusion’s sake.” A...

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Dr. Annie McLaughlin

Dr. Annie McLaughlin BCBA-D is a former special educator and IEP advocate who supports families through the special education process and trains behavior analysts to confidently navigate IEPs, schools, and special education systems.

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