It's true! Surveys tell us that 90% of teachers and advocates agree that formal training in IEPs is necessary to advocate effectively. Yet, fewer than 20% of parents ever take training or ask for help.
Parents, are you truly happy with your child's IEP and their progress?
Teachers, would you like to spend less time and be more efficient with your IEP tasks in the classroom?
I’m Lisa Lightner
A special education advocate, author and special needs parent myself. Early on, I took a lot of training to understand what I could do so my own child would make more progress. I realized that most trainings tell you the laws and your child's rights, but they don't tell you how to apply those laws.
Or, they give you these pie in the sky lists of interventions, but don't tell you how to effectively ask for them. And more importantly, get them on an IEP. Once I figured it out, created a replicable process--I swore I would teach everyone I could. That's what I do.
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I create practical, real-world tools and training to help parents, teachers, and advocates navigate the IEP and 504 process with confidence.
My resources include digital toolkits, on-demand courses, checklists, templates, and advocacy support—designed to simplify special education and make sure kids get what they need to succeed.
Whether you’re trying to understand your child’s rights, write stronger Present Levels, or become a more effective advocate, I give you the knowledge and strategies to take action—without feeling overwhelmed.
Practical, parent-friendly tools and trainings to help you understand your rights, speak up with confidence, and get real support through the IEP or 504 process.
Comprehensive training and real-world tools to help current and future advocates build skills, support families, and grow a confident, impactful advocacy practice.
Time-saving, compliance-focused tools and training to help educators write stronger IEPs, collect meaningful data, and better support students with disabilities.
Every purchase is "pay once, get lifetime access."
So when things are going well, great! But when you hit a bump in the road and need a training refresher, we're here.
On demand courses available instantly, or come to our live sessions during the school year.
Learn how to efficiently collect, organize, and use IEP data to track student progress and support informed, compliant decision-making at every stage of the IEP process. (and get 3 CEC/PD hours)
Learn how to write clear, compliant, and student-centered Present Levels that lay the foundation for strong IEP goals and services. (5 CEC/PD hours)
Learn how to understand, track, and advocate for meaningful IEP progress so you’re never left guessing whether your child is making real gains.
My "simple little podcast" about IEPs. Bite size chunks of information. Actionable Items. No fluff, bs or ads.
Anything you need to help you along the IEP process (from beginning to end) can be found here. The best part is that it is much more user friendly than other sites I have been on. Lisa is knowledgeable, thorough, and generous with her advice. There is a cost associated with some of the training and tools, but that cost is very minimal (especially compared to others) and once paid for, is yours FOR A LIFETIME.
Carolyn R • Advocate in Missouri
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