Dear IASP Members,
It’s Friday, and that means it’s time for the IASP Advocacy Podcast — your go-to for education policy, leadership insight, and what’s next in Indiana and beyond.
This week, I sat down with Denise Funston, Director of Exceptional Needs for Community Schools of Frankfort, to talk all things special education. We dive into:
Indiana’s new IEP process and PowerSchool implementation
The biggest challenges in rollout and how schools are adapting
Strategies for addressing special education staffing shortages
Tips for school leaders on working most effectively with special education staff
Denise’s perspective on what she’d change if she had a “magic wand” to remove barriers for students and educators
This conversation offers practical insights for principals and a deeper understanding of what’s happening in special education across Indiana.