156 | SPECIAL EPISODE education laws under siege: what it means for your autistic child
02/21/25 • 69 min
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 Overview
00:10 Meet Ashley Barlow: Special Education Attorney
00:19 Understanding 504 IEP and Its Importance
03:18 Concerns About Losing 504 Protections
08:04 Impact of Losing 504 on Disability Community
14:20 Advocacy and Grassroots Efforts
30:21 Potential Changes in the Department of Education
39:23 Government Efficiency and DEI Initiatives
40:59 Impact on Education and Research
42:23 State-Level Implications and Comparisons
44:25 Project 2025 and Potential Changes
45:47 Real-Life Impacts on Special Education
54:48 Advocacy and Legislative Engagement
01:02:51 Practical Advice for Parents
01:08:17 Conclusion and Next Steps
RESOURCES
⚡️ 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] >>
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 Overview
00:10 Meet Ashley Barlow: Special Education Attorney
00:19 Understanding 504 IEP and Its Importance
03:18 Concerns About Losing 504 Protections
08:04 Impact of Losing 504 on Disability Community
14:20 Advocacy and Grassroots Efforts
30:21 Potential Changes in the Department of Education
39:23 Government Efficiency and DEI Initiatives
40:59 Impact on Education and Research
42:23 State-Level Implications and Comparisons
44:25 Project 2025 and Potential Changes
45:47 Real-Life Impacts on Special Education
54:48 Advocacy and Legislative Engagement
01:02:51 Practical Advice for Parents
01:08:17 Conclusion and Next Steps
RESOURCES
⚡️ 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] >>
Previous Episode
155 | autism, ARFID, and parental advocacy with Mercedes Palermo @autismoutloud
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Dr. Tay welcomes Mercedes Palermo to discuss her experiences as a parent of an autistic daughter diagnosed with ARFID. Mercedes shares her journey, from the initial diagnosis to managing daily challenges, while highlighting her advocacy efforts in spreading awareness. The episode covers key issues like understanding avoidant/restrictive food intake disorder (ARFID), balancing the needs of siblings, and creating supportive environments. Mercedes also talks about her initiatives, including a nonprofit providing recreational programs for individuals with disabilities, emphasizing the importance of community support and neurodiversity.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Announcement
00:28 Meet Mercedes Palermo
01:18 Dr. Tay's Background and Podcast Purpose
02:28 Mercedes' Family and Autism Journey
04:08 Diagnosis Process and Early Signs
06:59 Challenges and Advocacy
10:14 Understanding ARFID
12:50 Navigating ARFID and Family Dynamics
30:35 Community Building and Support
36:13 Final Thoughts and Resources
37:26 Closing Remarks and Next Steps
RESOURCES
⚡️ Follow Mercedes on Instagram @autismoutloud
⚡️ 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] >>
Next Episode
157 | A Kid’s Book about Neurodiversity: celebrating the 2nd edition release with Laura Petix @theotbutterfly
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Dr. Tay, a licensed child psychologist specializing in neurodiversity affirming care, interviews Laura Petix @theotbutterfly about her children's book on neurodiversity. They discuss how to help children understand their autistic brain and neurodivergent traits, Laura's inspiration for writing the book, and her background as a pediatric occupational therapist. The conversation covers Laura's journey as a neurodivergent parent, the importance of educating neurotypical children about neurodiversity, and how her book aims to normalize differences in behaviors and learning styles in classrooms and at home.
00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview
01:55 Meet Laura Petix: The OT Butterfly
02:20 Laura's Journey and Neurodivergent Parenting
03:40 Understanding Neurodiversity and ADHD
05:54 Challenges in Getting a Diagnosis
15:01 Educating Neurotypical Kids About Neurodiversity
21:17 Understanding Autism and Family Care
21:48 Book Release and Publisher Transition
22:35 Importance of Pre-orders for Authors
24:21 Impact of the Book on Children and Classrooms
26:36 Key Concepts and Messages in the Book
30:42 Engaging Adults and Broader Audience
34:43 Final Thoughts and Resources
RESOURCES
⚡️PRE-ORDER her book here before March 4, 2025 (same link works to purchase the book after that date)
⚡️ FOLLOW Laura on Instagram and learn about her other resources
⚡️ 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] >>
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