156 | SPECIAL EPISODE education laws under siege: what it means for your autistic child
EVOLVE with Dr. Tay: the podcast for parents of autistic kids - En podcast af Dr. Taylor Day - Onsdage

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ABOUT THIS EPISODE (+ scroll for resources) 👇In this special episode, Dr. Tay welcomes back special education attorney Ashley Barlow to discuss critical updates impacting special education in the U.S. They delve into the Texas vs. Becerra case regarding the potential elimination of Section 504 protections, explore potential changes within the Department of Education, and highlight the significance of grassroots advocacy. Dr. Tay and Ashley provide valuable insights on how parents can proactively advocate for their children's educational rights, navigate current stresses, and use available resources effectively. The episode underscores the importance of building strong relationships with IEP teams and staying informed about legislative changes that may affect the neurodivergent community.00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview00:10 Meet Ashley Barlow: Special Education Attorney00:19 Understanding 504 IEP and Its Importance03:18 Concerns About Losing 504 Protections08:04 Impact of Losing 504 on Disability Community14:20 Advocacy and Grassroots Efforts30:21 Potential Changes in the Department of Education39:23 Government Efficiency and DEI Initiatives40:59 Impact on Education and Research42:23 State-Level Implications and Comparisons44:25 Project 2025 and Potential Changes45:47 Real-Life Impacts on Special Education54:48 Advocacy and Legislative Engagement01:02:51 Practical Advice for Parents01:08:17 Conclusion and Next StepsRESOURCES⚡️ CHECK OUT Ashley’s $9 training for building collaborative teams: https://ashleybarlowco.com/video-2-from-tension-to-teamwork-harnessing-conflict-for-iep-success⚡️FOLLOW Ashley on Instagram @thecollaborativeiep⚡️ TAKE ACTION and download the 5 calls app and start making calls⚡️ want to learn more about Dr. Tay's Whole Family Approach and current services offered? visit drtaylorday.com⚡️ join the Evolve Facebook community to participate in the episode Q+As >> facebook.com/groups/evolveautism⚡️ learn from me and submit your questions [could be featured on a future episode] >>Instagram @the.dr.tayTikTok @the.dr.tayLinkedIn @the-dr-tay