Stress-Free IEP®

Frances Shefter is an Education Attorney and Advocate who is committed to helping her clients have a Stress-Free IEP® experience. Each week you will hear from inspiring people to share information, educate you, empower you and help you get the knowledge you need.

Stress-Free IEP® is a education podcast hosted by Frances Shefter, with 154 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Frances Shefter hosts Stress-Free IEP®, a education show with 154 episodes published.

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  EP 155 | Robin Rinearson on Building Workplaces for Differently Abled Adults

  Aug 11, 202648 min

  Robin Rinearson of Jake’s Ice Cream and Jake’s Gourmet Popcorn shares how parents can support differently abled adults as they move toward meaningful work and real independence. Learn what transition planning and job coaching look like outside the school system, including group vs. individual support. Robin also explains how oral, written, and pictographic tools can help employees succeed. Parents will hear why letting go is hard—and how the right workplace can help their loved one grow.Ice cream: https://www.sweetjakesicecream.com/ Popcorn: https://www.jakesgourmetpopcorn.com/ Change Making App: https://falconfirst.github.io/ Need our help? Contact us here: https://shefterlaw.com/contact-us/

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  EP 154 | Matthew "Dr. Matt" Zakreski on Giftedness, 2e, and IEPs

  Aug 4, 202644 min

  Matthew “Dr. Matt” Zakreski explains what parents need to know about supporting gifted, twice-exceptional, ADHD, autistic, and dyslexic kids. Learn how neurodiversity affects IEPs, 504 plans, therapy, and social-emotional learning. He shares practical ways to spot missed needs, avoid common misunderstandings, and help children build skills that actually fit their brains.Visit his website here: https://www.drmattzakreski.com/ Need our help? Contact us here: https://shefterlaw.com/contact-us/

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  EP 153 | Lisa Richer on Clarity, Confidence, and IEP Advocacy

  Jul 28, 202652 min

  Lisa Richer shares how parents can move from confusion and frustration to clarity, confidence, and courage in the IEP process. Learn why trusting your gut matters, how to work with school teams without starting a fight, and when data should guide the next step. She also explains common mistakes around labels, services, placement, and diploma-track decisions so parents can better advocate for what their child truly needs. Reach Lisa here: https://journey2bloom.com/about/ Need our help? Check out our website: https://shefterlaw.com/

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  EP 152 | David Pisarra on Dads, Family Court, and IEP Rights

  Jul 21, 202643 min

  David Pisarra explains why family breakups can leave dads feeling lost, rushed, and unsure of their rights—especially when parenting time, school decisions, or IEP support are involved. He breaks down what is happening in family court, how the system can add to the chaos, and what fathers need to know before they walk into court. Learn how dads can conduct themselves, protect their role in their children’s lives, and avoid mistakes that hurt custody or special education decisions. He also shares how DAD’s Law School helps fathers stay active, engaged, and prepared. Get in contact with David here: https://www.unionofdads.com/ Need our support? Contact us here: https://shefterlaw.com/contact-us/

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  EP 151 | Alexis Mays-Fields On Arts Integration in Special Education

  Jul 15, 202647 min

  Alexis Mays-Fields shares how parents can better understand and advocate for their child’s IEP while building stronger support at home and school. She explores inclusive practices that help students with diverse learning needs feel seen, supported, and successful. Alexis also discusses how arts integration can make special education more engaging and meaningful. Parents will learn practical ways to ask better questions, support collaboration, and help their child thrive.Need our help? Visit our website here: https://shefterlaw.com/

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