f you’ve ever said, “I’ll sue the school district,” you may be thinking about a due process hearing—but do you actually know what that means?In this episode of Special Education Boss®, Karen Mayer Cunningham brea...

We’re back with a no-holds-barred Ask the Advocate episode—and this one is fire. Karen Mayer Cunningham, the Special Education Boss®, is answering your most-asked questions with the clarity, humor, and wisdom you’ve come to expect.Spoile...

What happens when a fiercely intelligent parent is told her child just isn’t “a good fit” for school?In this raw and powerful episode, Karen Mayer Cunningham, the Special Education Boss®, sits down with Kentucky-based mom, medical profes...

The system isn’t just broken—it’s breaking teachers.This week on Special Education Boss®, Karen Mayer Cunningham sits down with Linda Glazewski, a bold new voice in the advocacy world. After 30+ years in the classroom...

We’re wrapping up June with Ask the Advocate—and it’s packed!Karen Mayer Cunningham, the Special Education Boss®, answers your most-asked questions about IEPs, 504s, compensatory services, and more. From data myths and goal-setting t...

What would you do if your child’s school ignored the law—and told teachers not to speak to you?In this episode of Special Education Boss®, Karen Mayer Cunningham shares a powerful whistleblower letter from a former genera...

What happens when a seasoned special education teacher realizes the system isn't built to support the very students it's supposed to serve?In this powerful conversation, Karen Mayer Cunningham sits down with former educator Alan Driggers...

Over 20 questions. One boss. No fluff.In this high-energy episode of Special Education Boss®, Karen Mayer Cunningham tackles your biggest concerns in a LIVE Q&A format—covering everything from compensatory services and E...

In this powerful episode of Special Education Boss®, Karen Mayer Cunningham welcomes Cindy—a former teacher of 27 years, literacy specialist, MTSS leader, and now a full-time special education advocate. What led her to pivot from teach...

What’s the difference between FAPE and LRE—and why does it matter so much in IEP placement decisions?In this episode of Special Education Boss®, Karen Mayer Cunningham sits down with national expert Dr. Mitchell Yell to unpack t...

Tired of being told “we don’t do that” or “your concern isn’t valid”?This episode of Special Education Boss® is your reminder: you don’t need permission to advocate for your child.Karen Mayer Cunningham returns with a...

What’s right, what’s wrong, and what you absolutely need to know about your rights in special education.In this episode of Special Education Boss®, Karen Mayer Cunningham is back—answering live questions about IEPs, 504s,...

Most parents—and far too many educators—don’t fully understand what the “Continuum of Special Education Services” actually means. And that’s a problem.In this episode of Special Education Boss®, Karen Mayer Cunningham breaks dow...

Do you know your rights when it comes to getting your child tested for special education?In this training episode of Special Education Boss® with Karen Mayer Cunningham, we walk step-by-step through the entire process of requ...

n this rapid-fire, real-talk episode of Special Education Boss®, Karen Mayer Cunningham returns for another Ask the Advocate session, answering over 50 real-time questions from parents, educators, and advocates across the coun...

WATCH HERE! https://youtu.be/OGw4WtH3KMMWhat happens when a certified teacher of the visually impaired (TVI) demands that blind students receive the services they're legally entitled to? In this...

Movement Is Medicine: How Fitness Builds Longevity, Choice, and Confidence for Individuals with DisabilitiesPart 2 with Mike Lutey, Special Strong Franchise OwnerIn Part 2 of this powerful conversation, Special Education B...

Part 1 of 2 This week on Special Education Boss®, Karen Mayer Cunningham sits down with Mike Lutey, franchise owner of Special Strong Southeast & Northwest Houston, to talk about the power of adaptive fitness ...

Welcome back to another power-packed episode of Special Education Boss® with Karen Mayer Cunningham — and welcome to the Month of Mayhem! From bathtub to beach to balcony, wherever you're tuning in, Karen is here with clarity, convicti...

In this special episode, Karen Mayer Cunningham, CEO and founder of Special Education Academy, sits down with the Founders Future podcast to share the powerful story behind her life's work—advocating for students with disabilities. Fro...

This week on Special Education Boss®, Karen Mayer Cunningham is back behind the mic—and not holding back. From surprise IEP changes to last-minute general ed placements, Karen shares exactly what to do when your child’s services sudden...

In this heartfelt and unforgettable episode, Karen Mayer Cunningham is joined by Jennifer Swan—a constitutional lawyer, caregiver, and speaker who shares her extraordinary journey raising her daughter Kennedy, who lives with Spinal Muscu...

In this episode of Special Education Boss®, Karen dives into a rapid-fire Q&A answering the real questions families and teachers are facing right now—from placement and eligibility to SDI, IEPs, 504 plans, behavior...

In this powerful episode of Special Education Boss®, Karen Mayer Cunningham is joined by Dr. Mitchell Yell—renowned special education expert, author, and hearing officer—to unpack the heart of what makes an IEP truly effective.Tog...

Do you know what really makes an IEP goal compliant, effective, and life-changing for students?In this training-style episode, Karen breaks down:The 6 types of IEP goals (spoiler: academics are just ONE type)Why pres...