SpED Space

Are you confident your child is getting the best education possible? Do you have questions about your child's services? Are you fed up with getting shut down by your school district? Welcome to The Sped Space, a podcast about anything and everything special education hosted by me, Nick. I'm a lifelong educator in the field of special education and current special education advocate. Each week, I'll raise questions and try to tackle the complex world of special education in order to best support our youth as they navigate from the classroom into the real world. Join me as we laugh, cry, learn and share with experts, individuals with disabilities, parents, teachers, and more, and learn the insides and out of this sped space we're living in. Follow us now on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.

Ep. 12 - Written Parent Statement 01/29/2025

Ep. 12 - Written Parent Statement Bring a written parent statement to your Special Education meetings! They are a powerful tool that garuntees that your concerns will be discussed and written down into your child's plan. If you have any questions, concerns, or if you or someone you know would like to be on the show, please email me at [email protected] If you need support with advocacy services, please visit my website at /episode/index/show/e85c678b-5861-4669-8926-3e01dd3c5b36/id/35052665

Ep. 11 - Nick Lucatino 12/30/2024

Ep. 11 - Nick Lucatino Nick Lucatino is the founder and CEO of The Inclusive Pathways Project, a compoany that supports individuals navigating the transition between school and life after school. To learn more, please visit . Their instagram is @inclusivepathwaysproject. If you have any questions, concerns, or if you or someone you know would like to be on the show, please email me at [email protected] If you need support with advocacy services, please visit my website at www.greenwichseadvocates.com /episode/index/show/e85c678b-5861-4669-8926-3e01dd3c5b36/id/34654960

Ep. 10 - Breakthrough Fit Co. 12/16/2024

Ep. 10 - Breakthrough Fit Co. Jake Allyne and Steve Goodman of Breakthrough Fit Co. join the show today. We discuss their gym that caters to all individuals, regardless of ability. If you're interested in physical training or getting in touch with Jake and Steve, reach them through their website: or their Instagram If you have any questions, concerns, or if you or someone you know would like to be on the show, please email me at [email protected] If you need support with advocacy services, please visit my website at /episode/index/show/e85c678b-5861-4669-8926-3e01dd3c5b36/id/34468105

Ep. 9 - Jill Chuckas 11/26/2024

Ep. 9 - Jill Chuckas Jill Chuckas is an educational advocate based in CT. Her website is If you have any questions, concerns, or if you or someone you know would like to be on the show, please email me at [email protected] If you need support with advocacy services, please visit my website at /episode/index/show/e85c678b-5861-4669-8926-3e01dd3c5b36/id/34139621

Ep. 8 - Reading an IEP 11/19/2024

Ep. 8 - Reading an IEP In this episode, I cover the major sections of an IEP, including some tips and tricks of how to read them and what they mean. If you have any questions, concerns, or if you or someone you know would like to be on the show, please email me at [email protected] If you need support with advocacy services, please visit my website at /episode/index/show/e85c678b-5861-4669-8926-3e01dd3c5b36/id/33973542

Ep. 7 - How to Prepare for an IEP Meeting 11/12/2024

Ep. 7 - How to Prepare for an IEP Meeting In this episode, I cover how I like to prepare for an IEP meeting. Here is a link to a IEP Preperation Checklist if you'd like to take a look at what I do or use it yourself in the future. If you have any questions, concerns, or if you or someone you know would like to be on the show, please email me at [email protected] If you need support with advocacy services, please visit my website at /episode/index/show/e85c678b-5861-4669-8926-3e01dd3c5b36/id/33897097

Ep. 6 - Dr. Terry D'Elisa 11/05/2024

Ep. 6 - Dr. Terry D'Elisa Dr. Terry D'Elisa is a licensed Psychologist who specializes in Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) and provides comprehensive evaluations and services for child and adults who have Autism Spectrum Disorder, Learning Disabilities, Dyslexia, Attention/Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, and Executive Functioning difficulties. Her website is Visit my website for support with your child's education journey: Email if you have any questions or topics you'd like us to cover: [email protected] /episode/index/show/e85c678b-5861-4669-8926-3e01dd3c5b36/id/33781897

Ep. 5 - Pete Kozak: Owner and Founder of Especially Everyone 10/29/2024

Ep. 5 - Pete Kozak: Owner and Founder of Especially Everyone Pete Kozak is the owner and founder of Especially Everyone, a non-profit organization that puts on high-quality, inclusive concerts. Join me as Pete and I talk about working in special education, playing music, teaching music, and everything in between. To learn more about Especially Everyone, please check out Visit my website for support with your child's education journey. Email if you have any questions or topics you'd like us to cover: /episode/index/show/e85c678b-5861-4669-8926-3e01dd3c5b36/id/33665652

Ep. 4 - Kevin Krois 10/22/2024

Ep. 4 - Kevin Krois Kevin "Mr. Krois" Krois is a lifelong educator who has worked with an extremely diverse student population across the years. Join me as we discuss the importance of building and maintaining rapport, holding people accountable, and life lessons from teaching. Visit my website for support with your child's education journey. Email if you have any questions or topics you'd like us to cover: /episode/index/show/e85c678b-5861-4669-8926-3e01dd3c5b36/id/33552647

Ep. 3 - Hello! My Story in SpED So Far... 10/15/2024

Ep. 3 - Hello! My Story in SpED So Far... I'm flying solo today! Join me as I talk about my journey as best as I can recall and get to know about my path and relationship with Special Education. If you need advocacy help, please visit www.greenwichseadvocates.com. If you'd like me to discuss anything specific on the show, please message me at [email protected]. /episode/index/show/e85c678b-5861-4669-8926-3e01dd3c5b36/id/33450777

Ep. 2 - Dr. Trish Broadbent 10/08/2024

Ep. 2 - Dr. Trish Broadbent Dr. Trish Broadbent is a Connecticut Licensed Psychologist and a Connecticut and Nationally Certified School Psychologist who specializes in working with students that have ADHD. Dr. Broadbent also has a private practice. Join me as we discuss executive functioning, ADHD, and some ways to best support children with varying disabilities. For more information about Dr. Broadbent and her services, please visit her website at: Visit my website for support with your child's education journey. Email if you have any questions or topics you'd like us to cover: /episode/index/show/e85c678b-5861-4669-8926-3e01dd3c5b36/id/33358892

Ep. 1 - Melinda Neri 10/01/2024

Ep. 1 - Melinda Neri Melinda Neri is a parent of six children, including a set of identical twin boys who have autism. She has fought for their appropriate placement for years. Join me as I learn more about the journey that brought her to where she is today. Visit my website for support. Email if you have any questions or topics you'd like us to cover: /episode/index/show/e85c678b-5861-4669-8926-3e01dd3c5b36/id/33285542

Welcome to SpED Space! 10/01/2024

Welcome to SpED Space! Are you confident your child is getting the best education possible? Do you have questions about your child's services? Are you fed up with getting shut down by your school district? Welcome to The Sped Space, a podcast about anything and everything special education hosted by me, Nick. I'm a lifelong educator in the field of special education and current special education advocate. Each week, I'll raise questions and try to tackle the complex world of special education in order to best support our youth as they navigate from the classroom into the real world. Join me as we laugh, cry, learn and share with experts, individuals with disabilities, parents, teachers, and more, and learn the insides and out of this sped space we're living in. Follow us now on Apple, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts. Visit my website for support. Email if you have any questions or topics you'd like us to cover: /episode/index/show/e85c678b-5861-4669-8926-3e01dd3c5b36/id/33285477

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