Don't IEP Alone Academy

Welcome to Don’t IEP Alone Academy!

You’ve just landed in a space designed to give you knowledge, strategy, confidence, and a real sense of control in the IEP process. If you’ve ever felt like you’re stumbling through a maze of educational terms and laws, battling for services, or simply questioning whether your child’s plan is truly meeting their needs—you’re not alone. And more importantly, you’re in the right place.

This academy is built for parents like you—those navigating the highs and lows of advocating for their children while juggling everything else life throws at them. Here, you’ll find tools, strategies, and support that are straightforward, practical, and grounded in years of advocacy experience.

Whether it’s breaking down data, mastering communication with your IEP team, or learning the steps to create a paper trail that gets results, you’ll have the resources and community you need to feel empowered. Most importantly, we’re here to help you understand what progress really looks like and how to ensure your child’s IEP is followed with fidelity.

Take a breath. You’ve got this. And we’ve got you.

Welcome to the community that gets it.

Lisa Lightner