A Peaceful Path is a podcast focused on special education legal advocacy for families with children that have special needs. The show aims to provide valuable information and resources to help parents navigate the complex world of special education rights and services.

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A Peaceful Path is a podcast focused on special education legal advocacy for families with children that have special needs. The show aims to provide valuable information and resources to help parents navigate the complex world of special education rights and services.
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5/7/2025
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Recent Episodes

December 31, 2025
From School to Adulthood: Navigating Transition Plans and Life After High School
In this episode, Michelle Becker, a special education attorney, breaks down the transition planning process for students with disabilities as they move from high school into adulthood. She explains when transition planning should start, how to prepare for high school diploma or functional skills pathways, and practical steps parents can take to ensure their child develops independence, career readiness, and life skills. Michelle also highlights community resources like Workability, the Department of Rehabilitation, and Regional Centers that can support students beyond the school system.

December 3, 2025
When Behavior Becomes a Barrier: Understanding Discipline, Suspension, and Behavior Intervention Plans
In this episode of A Peaceful Path, Michelle Becker discusses what parents can do when their child’s behavior begins to interfere with their ability to learn. She explains what typically leads to school suspensions, why parents often feel surprised by disciplinary action, and how special education laws protect children with disabilities. Michelle also covers the importance of manifestation determination meetings and functional behavior assessments (FBAs), offering insight into how these tools help schools and parents better support students with behavioral challenges.

November 5, 2025
Special Education and Mental Health: Navigating Emotional Disturbance (ED) Eligibility
In this episode of A Peaceful Path, special education attorney Michelle Becker explores how mental health challenges, such as anxiety, depression, trauma, and school avoidance, are addressed—or overlooked—within the public school system. She breaks down what emotional disturbance (also called emotional disability) eligibility under IDEA really means, how it is assessed, and the legal and educational rights of parents when schools fail to provide appropriate services. Michelle also highlights the critical difference between private counseling and educationally related mental health services (ERMHS) provided through schools, emphasizing how parents can advocate effectively to ensure their child receives the support they need.
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