Why the COPAA Conference Matters — and How the Beth Goodman Scholarship Can Get You There
Alicia Baines Alicia Baines

Why the COPAA Conference Matters — and How the Beth Goodman Scholarship Can Get You There

Advocacy is stronger when parents understand the law, the system, and how to use both strategically. The COPAA Beth Goodman Scholarship helps advocates attend the COPAA Conference — a rare space where parents, advocates, and attorneys learn together. With the conference being local this year, access matters more than ever. Applications are due January 16, 2026.

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What the Spoon Theory Teaches SPED Moms (and Our Kids) About Energy
Alicia Baines Alicia Baines

What the Spoon Theory Teaches SPED Moms (and Our Kids) About Energy

Spoon Theory gives language to something SPED moms live every day: energy is finite. Understanding this framework helps parents model boundaries, make intentional choices, and teach children that honoring their limits is not a weakness—it’s a skill essential to lifelong self-advocacy.

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