Your child is WORTHY of a better IEP.
Because you shouldn’t need a law degree to understand your child’s IEP.
What if you could ditch the IEP overwhelm…
Know your child’s rights and exactly what to ask for…
And advocate with confidence without every meeting feeling like a fight?
You know your child better than anyone. Now it’s time to feel just as confident navigating their IEP.
Welcome to IEP Parent Academy, where we turn confusing special education jargon into practical knowledge, powerful advocacy strategies, and the confidence to make your voice heard at the IEP table.
Because you shouldn’t need a law degree to advocate for your child.
Introducing
IEP Parent Academy
Ever leave an IEP meeting feeling like you should have asked more questions, but didn’t even know what to ask?
Your IEP team does this all the time. The acronyms, paperwork, and processes are second nature to them. But for you, it’s your child, their future, and a whole lot of information to process.
Even well-meaning teams can rush through explanations, leaving you confused, overwhelmed, and wondering what you just agreed to.
You deserve more than a seat at the table. You deserve to understand what’s happening and have the confidence to speak up.
No more walking into IEP meetings feeling unprepared, blindsided, or unsure of what to say.
I know those feelings because I’ve been there. I’ve felt overwhelmed, intimidated, frustrated, and completely lost at the IEP table. As a special education parent myself, I know how exhausting it is to navigate the acronyms, understand IEP goals and services, and figure out whether your child is actually getting what they need.
And I know what it’s like to leave a meeting feeling defeated, wishing you’d said something differently.
If you’ve ever cried in the school parking lot, felt pressured to agree to something you didn’t understand, or walked away with more questions than answers, I created IEP Parent Academy for YOU.
Because you deserve to walk into your next meeting feeling informed, prepared, and confident.
But don’t just take my word for it. Here’s what other parents have to say…
IEP Parent Academy is for you if:
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You’ve ever left an IEP meeting feeling overwhelmed, confused, or wondering what you should have asked.
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You’ve read your child’s IEP and thought, “What does that even mean?” or “How did they decide my child needs THAT?”
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You know your child is struggling, but you’re not sure what to ask for or how to get their needs addressed.
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You want to understand your child’s rights without spending hours trying to decode special education laws and acronyms.
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You’re not trying to become a professional advocate. You just want to be the best advocate for YOUR child.
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You’re tired of second-guessing yourself and are READY to walk into your next IEP meeting informed, prepared, and confident.
You already know your child better than anyone. Now it’s time to make sure you have the knowledge and confidence to advocate for what they need.
Your next IEP meeting doesn’t have to feel like your last one.
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In this course you will learn:
1. Understand Your Child's IEP & Know Your Rights
No more guessing what those acronyms mean or wondering whether your child’s IEP is actually meeting their needs. Learn the essentials of IDEA, federal timelines, IEP goals, accommodations, and services so you can confidently understand what’s in your child’s educational plan.
2. Advocate With Confidence, Not Conflict
You shouldn’t have to feel like you’re preparing for battle every time you walk into an IEP meeting. Learn how to ask the right questions, handle disagreements, and respond when the school says “no,” all while building productive relationships with your child’s team.
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3. Make Your Voice Count at the IEP Table
You’re the expert on your child. Now learn how to advocate like one. Discover how to turn your concerns into meaningful parent input, recognize when something is missing from the IEP, and confidently advocate for the individualized support your child needs.
Nicole Schlechter is a mom of four, former educator, COPAA graduate, and special education advocate who has been helping families navigate the IEP process since 2018.
But her passion for advocacy didn’t start in a classroom or a training program. It started on the other side of the IEP table, as a mom fighting to understand and meet her own children’s needs.
As a parent of four children with IEPs, Nicole knows firsthand how overwhelming special education can feel. From confusing paperwork and difficult meetings to wondering whether your child is getting the support they truly need, she’s been there.
Today, Nicole helps families navigate IEPs, 504 Plans, evaluations, and challenging educational situations with practical strategies, knowledge, and confidence. Her approach focuses on empowering parents to advocate effectively while building collaborative relationships with their child’s school team.
She created IEP Parent Academy with one simple belief:
You shouldn’t need to hire an advocate just to understand your child’s IEP.
Her mission is to give parents the tools, knowledge, and confidence to walk into their next IEP meeting prepared, informed, and ready to make their voices count.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I know if this is for me?
If you’ve ever sat in an IEP meeting, there is something for you in this course. If you’re new to IEP’s, this is EXACTLY where to start.
Is the course live or go at your own pace?
Each week a new video will be released for you to watch whenever you have the time! There will be digital downloads, live videos, and discussions in our private Facebook group. Live videos will be available for you to view at any point throughout the course.
Can I refer back to the videos after the course?
YEP! The course will be available to you forever.
My IEP team is helpful and collaborative, I don’t want to change the VIBE.
Me either! This course is specifically designed to foster positive and collaborative relationships at school.
I’m a special education professional, is this course for me?
Yep. This course is written with parents in mind, however, in order for you to be the BEST team member, you need to see things from the parent’s perspective. This course is for you if you sit in IEP meetings or support special education parents outside of school and you are ready to level up your parent support. We need YOU!