SHELLEY KENOW, Special Education Expert/Author (2-7-22)
SHELLEY KENOW,\xa0a former,\xa0longtime Special Education teacher, and now a consultant who helps parents and school personnel\xa0navigate\xa0the intricate world of Special Education, will join us from Illinois to discuss all that she has done - and is now doing - and to discuss her latest release,\xa0'Those Who "Can't" .... Teach:\xa0True Stories of Special Needs Families to Promote Acceptance, Inclusion, and Empathy'.\xa0
\n\nFROM HER WEBSITE:
\n\n"In my lifetime I've met many parents and caregivers who were overwhelmed by the IEP process, document, and meetings.\xa0These parents have shared with me their feelings of confusion, frustration, and loneliness throughout the IEP process.\xa0I've also worked with teachers and administrators who felt lost, overwhelmed, and confused by all that special education involves.
\n\nMy mission is to partner with parents, caregivers, and school districts in understanding Special Education, the IEP document and process, and to find common ground to enhance the education of children with special needs.\xa0\xa0
\n\n\u200bThe ultimate goal is for you to feel comfortable in decision making and confident that the IEP is providing a Free Appropriate Public Education by preparing the child for further education, employment, and independent living based upon their unique needs."
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