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How to Handle Feeling Misunderstood at an IEP Meeting: A Simple Special Education Advocacy Strategy for Parents to Improve Communication and Collaboration
Episode 263
Tuesday, 24 February, 2026
A Simple Special Education Advocacy Strategy for ParentsDo you ever leave an IEP meeting feeling frustrated, unheard, or completely misunderstood?If you’re a parent navigating special education, you are not alone. In this episode of The Collaborative IEP Podcast, we break down a simple, practical advocacy strategy you can use when school staff don’t seem to understand your concerns, your child’s needs, or your “why.”This episode is packed with plain-language guidance for parents who want to improve communication at IEP meetings without escalating conflict.You’ll learn:What to do when you feel misunderstood at an IEP meetingHow to respond when the school district doesn’t “get” your positionA step-by-step special education advocacy strategy you can use immediatelyHow to pause an unproductive IEP meeting in a professional wayWhy writing your concerns can strengthen collaboration and protect your child’s rightsHow to improve parent-school communication without jumping straight to due processThis episode is especially helpful for parents of children with IEPs who are dealing with:Communication breakdowns during IEP meetingsDisagreements with the school teamFeeling dismissed by school staffSpecial education negotiation challengesCollaborative advocacy vs. litigation decisionsIf you’re trying to advocate for your child with a disability and want to stay calm, clear, and effective at the IEP table, this episode gives you a practical tool you can use right away.Whether you’re new to special education or a seasoned IEP parent, this conversation will help you handle conflict more strategically and move toward productive collaboration.Listen now to learn how to turn frustration into focused, effective advocacy.Join The Membership: https://ashleybarlowco.com/the-collaborative-iep-membershipGet the Replay of the Conference: https://ashleybarlowco.com/all-access-pass-postABCourse: https://abc.ashleybarlowco.com/
