Frances Shefter’s Guest Podcast Appearances
Special Education Attorney • Advocate • Former Teacher • Special Education Coordinator
Hear Frances Shefter on other podcasts as she shares practical insights on IEPs, special education, and advocating for your child’s needs. Drawing on her experience as an attorney, educator, and parent, Frances joins fellow hosts to explore common challenges families face and ways to approach the school journey with greater confidence.
INDEPENDENCE THROUGH THE IEP
Learn how IEP goals, executive-functioning supports, and transition planning can help students build independence for high school, college, and beyond. - With Sean McCormick
IEP CONFIDENCE — KNOW YOUR RIGHTS
Learn how knowing your rights, asking questions, and using data can help you advocate with confidence at the IEP table. - With Jennifer Awesome.
NAVIGATING SPECIAL EDUCATION LAW
Understand your rights, the evaluation and IEP process, and when legal support may help you advocate for your child. - With Mark Ingrassia.
TRUST YOUR GUT & KNOW THE RULES
Learn how clear language, good documentation, and calm persistence can help you advocate more effectively during the IEP process. - With Gabrielle Nicole.
FROM TEACHER TO SPECIAL EDUCATION ATTORNEY
See how Frances’s classroom experience shaped her approach to advocacy, equity, and helping families navigate the IEP process. - With Joseph Weisler.
HOW THE RIGHT IEP CAN CHANGE SCHOOL
Explore how individualized supports can help neurodivergent students feel understood, supported, and better able to succeed at school. - With Reid Miles.