What SPED Needs from You with Liz Capone

What SPED Needs from You with Liz Capone

From The Assistant Principal Podcast by Frederick Buskey

July 7, 2026 · 53 min · Episode 312

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The episode discusses the challenges faced by assistant principals in managing special education responsibilities, particularly when they lack a background in the field.

Outline and Show Notes Show Title: What SPED Needs from You with Liz Capone Guest: Liz Capone Teaser: It’s pretty typical for new assistant principals to be given fairly substantial responsibilities, related to special education, especially in terms of attending IEP meetings. This is fine if the assistant principal has a background in special education, but when they don’t, it can present complex and meaningful challenges in today’s episode will explore, at least at a surface level what it means to be a good and capable steward for special education, students, families, and their teachers. Sponsor Spot 1: If you love travel, but your student trips are starting to feel a little… copy-and-paste, it might be time to level up.That’s why I recommend Kaleidoscope Adventures.They’ve been planning educational travel for more than 30 years. And the best part? No cookie-cutter itineraries. Every trip is built around your program, your budget, and your goals.Whether you’re dreaming of a trip to Universal’s EPIC Universe, a history-filled journey to Washington, D.C., or even an international adventure, Kaleidoscope Adventures can help you plan a trip your students will never forget.Get…

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