Navigating Special Education cover art

Navigating Special Education

Navigating Special Education

By: Mark Jones
Listen for free

About this listen

 Welcome to the Navigating Special Education podcast, designed to help parents, educators, and advocates better understand the special education system and how to support students with disabilities. Hosted by Mark Jones, a special education teacher with more than 34 years of classroom experience, this podcast breaks down the complex world of IEPs, special education law, student services, and parental rights in a way that is practical and easy to understand.Mark Jones
Episodes
  • #2 - Why Schools Move Kids Into More Restrictive Classrooms: Breaking Down Least Restrictive Environment

    #2 - Why Schools Move Kids Into More Restrictive Classrooms: Breaking Down Least Restrictive Environment
    Mar 26 2026

    Understanding special education placement is one of the most important things a parent can learn. In this episode, we break down the Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) and walk through every level of placement—from general education to residential programs.

    We also cover the major disability categories under special education law so you can better understand how schools classify students and determine services.

    If you’ve ever questioned your child’s placement, this episode will give you the clarity and confidence to ask the right questions.

    👉 Topics Covered:

    • What Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) means
    • The full continuum of special education placements
    • Disability categories explained in simple terms
    • How IEP teams determine placement decisions
    • Why some students move to more restrictive environments
    • Your rights as a parent in the IEP process


    📩 Questions? Reach out: navigating.sped@gmail.com
    Show More Show Less
    50 mins
No reviews yet