Steps to Take When Your Child Is Being Stereotyped

11/16/21 • 29 min

In this episode of The Parenting Cipher, Genie Dawkins shares her experience with schools keeping a log of her son's behavior and using it against her in IEP meetings. She talks about how schools use this tactic to avoid being questioned and provides tips on how to empower yourself and protect your child. Tune in to learn how to handle such situations and advocate for your child effectively.

Genie Dawkins

Host of The Parenting Cipher, Genie Dawkins is a single mother of four and has over 25 years of being a parent advocate of special needs children. In addition to obtaining her Certification in Integrative Health Coaching, Lateefa holds an M.S. in Nonprofit Management and a B.S. in Social Sciences. Genie is the best-selling author of two books “Not My Child: Navigating Your Child’s Learning Difficulties with IEP’s and Education Resources” and a recent release “The Joyful Family Planner”. As a Special Education & Family Lifestyle consultant, her mission is to help parents achieve a balanced life and overcome inevitable challenges both at school and home in a way that empowers parents and children.

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In this episode of The Parenting Cipher, Genie Dawkins talks to Kim Poitevin about how to navigate interactions with social workers and IEP team members. Kim provides valuable insights on how to advocate for your child and avoid negative labeling like “non-compliant” that could limit their progress in school. Tune in to learn about the meaning of “compliance” in the world of Individual Education Plans and tips for finding the right therapist for your child. Don’t miss this episode of The Parenting Cipher.

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Kim Wheeler Poitevin is a Licensed Clinical Social Worker specializing in childhood grief and loss. She also treats children experiencing racial disparity and discrimination in private white institutions. Kim is the owner of Amel Counseling and Consulting, a private therapy practice located and Ask Amel, a parent coaching firm in Philadelphia, Pa.

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To hear more about cultural competency check out these episodes “ Fall: The importance of Speech Therapy In Our Kid’s World and “ Our Song: Affective Curriculums That Help Our Kids Make Progress” and to hear more about supporting our kids in white spaces check out “Save the Children: Raising Black In Kids In White Spaces”

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