IEP Q&A: AAC Access, Paras, 504 vs IEP, LRE, Triennials + Shortages | Special Education Boss®

Schools are saying “we can’t,” “we don’t have staff,” and “they don’t qualify.” In this live Q&A, Karen Mayer Cunningham (THE SPECIAL EDUCATION BOSS®) breaks down what families and educators need to know when services aren’t being delivered—and how to respond with clarity, data, and strategy. Topics in this episode: ✅ AAC device subscription updates + access ✅ No certified SPED teacher / para-only “instruction” ✅ 504 vs IEP (and why schools push 504s) ✅ LRE decisions based on data (not opinions) ✅ Triennials, reevaluations, and “records review” ✅ Toileting + functional support during the school day ✅ Failing classes with an IEP: goals, supports, instruction ✅ Safety + behavior: when placement needs change Join The Academy (first month FREE): https://academy.specialeducationacademy.com/theepiciep-courses/the-academy/ Get The Epic IEP (official Amazon link): https://amzn.to/3Ll0Dos Host a training / book tour stop (2026–2027): 📩 [email protected] 📲 606-776-3175 When we get it right for the child, we get it right for everybody. — Karen Mayer Cunningham #specialeducationboss #IEPHelp #504Plan #IEPAdvocate #KnowYourRights #FAPE #CompensatoryServices #IDEA2004 #ParentAdvocate #AskTheAdvocate