Leander ISD’s Special Programs Parent Liaison, Ashley Anderson, is joined by Coordinator of Evaluation and Related Services, Mary Beth Pinnell, for an informative conversation about the special education evaluation process, related services, and how families can navigate important conversations and collaborate with their child’s support team.
This Collaborative Partners podcast series provides a platform to continue the discussion around supporting our Special Programs families and enhancing educational experiences for every student. Our goal is to bring together voices and insights that empower families and foster collaboration among key stakeholders in the journey toward a meaningful future.
Episode 11 – All About Evaluations
Ashley starts by asking Mary Beth to share a little about herself and her roles in the district (00:46). Later, Ashley and Mary Beth have a conversation centered around:
- Special Education Evaluation Process (1:21)
- Private Evaluation Considerations (6:18)
- Parent Questions (8:29)
- Related Services (8:45)
- Explaining a Full Individual Evaluation (FIE) to Your Child (9:55)
- Talking to Your Child About their Disability (12:45)
- I Have Concerns After My ARD (14:00)
- Ways for Families to Collaborate (15:08)
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