Welcome to today’s podcast, where we dive deep into the world of special education and advocacy with none other than Janine Leach. Janine’s an expert in making sense of IEPs, decoding school jargon, and—let’s be honest—helping families navigate the sometimes bumpy road of special needs support. So grab a coffee, maybe a notepad, and get ready for a fun and insightful chat with someone who’s been in the trenches, making real change for kids who deserve nothing less.

Let’s get started!”

Bio

Jeanine Leech, M.A.., M.S. With over 24 years of working in special education, Jeanine knows what it takes to create the most inclusive and equitable learning environments for all students. She started in the field as an instructional aide for a child with autism and knew immediately that this was her calling. She has served as a teacher, behavior specialist, program specialist, and special education and student services director. Jeanine possesses extensive training in IDEA IEPs (Special Education), Section 504 Plans (Civil Rights), Gifted and Talented Education, Foster Youth, and Student Discipline. Jeanine also supports families in California with regional center services and is an expert witness for court cases. Most recently, Jeanine wrote a book for an educational publisher titled Empowering Abilities: A Comprehensive Guide for Supporting People with Disabilities. Jeanine enjoys spending time with her husband, Josh, and daughter, Faith, and volunteering as a respite for foster families.

Contact Information

Website: www.theceadvocates.com