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Opportunity Gap: For Families Navigating Special Education

Opportunity Gap: For Families Navigating Special Education

Released: 2026-01-21
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94 Episodes
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94 Episodes
Audio
Listen on Apple Podcasts
Released: 2026-01-21
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The mid-year reset: How parents can help kids finish the school year strong

The mid-year reset: How parents can help kids finish the school year strong

We’re officially halfway through the school year. That makes this the perfect moment to pause and reset. In this solo episode, Julian shares why mid-year check-ins matter — and how families can use this “halftime” moment to reflect, adjust rout
Time: 12:00
We’re officially halfway through the school year. That makes this the perfect moment to pause and reset. In this solo episode, Julian shares why mid-year check-ins matter — and how families can use this “halftime” moment to reflect, adjust routines, and set meaningful goals. 
Most importantly: Talk to your child, partner with teachers, and review those IEP goals!
For more on this topic: 
Download: IEP goal trackerRead: Questions to ask about your child’s IEP goalsListen: How to get over the “mid-year slump”Read: Questions you should ask your child about schoolFor a transcript and more resources, visit the episode page on Understood.org. We love hearing from our listeners! Email us at opportunitygap@understood.org.
Understood.org is a nonprofit organization dedicated to empowering people with learning and thinking differences, like ADHD and dyslexia. If you want to help us continue this work, donate at understood.org/give
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Episode ID: 1000745990489
GUID: 016b9bd8-e499-46c5-bb8b-19842968678a
Release Date: 21/01/2026, 10:30:00

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Kids of color who have ADHD and other common learning differences often face a double stigma. But there’s a lot that families can do to address the opportunity gap in our communities. Host Julian Saavedra is a father of two. He's also an assistant principal who has spent nearly 20 years working in public schools. Join Saavedra as he talks with parents and experts and offers tips to help you advocate for your child.

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