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Coming Soon - We're here to empower and support parents in navigating the world of education. From general school advice to Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and policy, we've got you covered.

Episodes

From Lifeguard to Lifesaver: Mama Owl's Journey in Special Education

May 9, 2024 • 13 mins

At its core, the conversation between Mama Owl - Camilla on TikTok touches upon the story of a remarkable individual who found her calling in life in an unexpected way. As the conversation unfolds, we delve into the personal journey of Mama Owl, whose experiences as a paraeducator in early childhood special education showcased the resilience and empathy of an 18-year-old facing a profound challenge. The conversation serves as an in...

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Ashlie on Loss, Disabilities, and Finding Joy

January 28, 2024 • 9 mins

On this week's episode of Candy Apple Advocacy, host Tabby Malliard interviews Ashlie Hurlbutt, a mother of three who homeschools and has a popular TikTok account. Ashlie shares her unexpected motherhood journey which began with fertility struggles, losing one of her newborn twins, and now parenting children with disabilities. Despite grief and challenges, Ashlie has found creativity and joy in homeschooling her kids. She also uses...

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Championing Children's Education: Insights from Representative Topper

December 8, 2023 • 11 mins

In this episode, the Republican chair of the Education Committee, Representative Topper, delves into the intricacies of public education funding in Pennsylvania. He highlights the critical role of state government in shaping education policy and funding, while pointing out the current challenges faced by public schools in the state. The discussion also covers the importance of student achievement, the need for flexibility and accou...

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Candy Apple Advocacy - Coming Soon!

November 13, 2023 • 1 min

Coming soon! Parents Journey into School Advocacy in general and special education. We're here to empower and support parents in navigating the world of education. From general school advice to Individualized Education Plans (IEPs) and policy, we've got you covered.

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Candy Apple Advocacy

Episodes

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Championing Children's Education: Insights from Representative Topper

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Popular Podcasts

From Lifeguard to Lifesaver: Mama Owl's Journey in Special Education

Ashlie on Loss, Disabilities, and Finding Joy