The Special Education system in school can be confusing, especially if you haven’t been through the process with a child before.

In part 2 of this series, Gene and Khadijah continue their discussion with Ellen Braaten, PhD, and Eileen Hagerty, Esq, who specialize in learning disabilities and special education law. They discuss evaluation results, advocacy, and the importance of destigmatizing special ed.

Media List

• Learning & Emotional Assessment Program (LEAP) (MGH) 
• Ellen Braaten, PhD (MGH) 
• Eileen M. Hagerty, Kotin, Crabtree & Strong, LLP (KCS Legal) 
• Massachusetts Advocates for Children (Mass Advocates) 
• Navigating Special Education in Schools Part 1: Legal and Practical Tips (Shrinking it Down)
• Wrightslaw Special Education Law and Advocacy (Wrights Law)
• From Emotions to Advocacy by Pamela Darr Wright and Peter W.D. Wright (Wrights Law)
• Parents Have the Power to Make Special Education Work (Amazon)

Episode music by Gene Beresin

Episode produced by Spenser Egnatz

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