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Does attending IEP meetings full of educational jargon and legalese leave you confused, overwhelmed, and exhausted? IEP meetings and the special education system can be imbalanced leaving you on your own against a table of educators. That’s ok, many parents are unfamiliar with the educational services available for their child and are unsure of what to ask for in IEP meetings. Maybe you’re looking for the special education process to be broken down in a relatable way by someone who ”gets” th ...
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Eddie Hinkle is a husband to Ashley, father to Luke and UI Engineer that lives in Frederick, MD.
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E10: One Strategy for Parents to Recharge and Learn at the Same Time!
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E10: One Strategy for Parents to Recharge and Learn at the Same Time! In this episode of the Parents Guide to Advocacy, host Ashley Hinkle discusses the importance of taking time to recharge as a parent and highlights one effective strategy: attending conferences. Ashley shares her personal experiences attending the Apraxia Kids National Conference…
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E9: The IEP Meeting Pathway: Breaking the Special Education Process into Manageable Stages
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In this episode, we dive into the Individualized Education Program (IEP) meeting pathway, breaking down the special education process into manageable stages to ensure parents and educators can better understand and navigate each step. The key stages discussed include the initial referral, evaluations and assessments, eligibility determination, IEP …
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E8:Characteristics of an incredible Early Intervention Service Provider (Speech, Occupational, Physical Therapies)
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E8: Characteristics of an Incredible Early Intervention Service Provider (Speech, Occupational, Physical Therapies) In this episode, Ashley Hinkle discusses the essential characteristics that make an incredible early intervention service provider. From collaboration with parents to developing personal connections and focusing on customized therapy,…
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E7: What is Neurodivergence? Learning about your Child’s Unique Wiring with a Strengths-based Perspective
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How to Discipline a Child with Autism and other Types of Neurodivergence
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Embracing Neurodivergent Parenting: Discipline, Acceptance, and Support This script emphasizes understanding and accepting behaviors as manifestations of a child's disability. It encourages parents to rewire their perspectives, adopt neurodivergent affirming practices, and provide unwavering support. The script highlights the necessity of showing s…
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The Domino Effect: Escaping Chaos and Finding Stability
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The Parents Guide to Advocacy: Empowering Resilient Families In this episode of 'The Parents Guide to Advocacy,' host Ashley Hinkle shares her mission to equip parents with the tools needed to advocate for their children's unique educational needs. Reflecting on personal experiences, Ashley discusses the challenges of raising neurodivergent childre…
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Proactive Parenting: Equipping your Child to Shut Down Bullying
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Empowering Parents: Advocacy for Neurodivergent Children Ashley Hinkle hosts a comprehensive guide for parents on advocacy for neurodivergent children, focusing on equipping and empowering them to advocate for their children's unique educational needs. Ashley discusses the challenges and successes of raising neurodivergent children, specifically ad…
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One Skill that will Benefit your Child for the Rest of their Life
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Resilience starts with a strong foundation, and a primary caregiver who is safe, stable, consistent, and loving. Resilience is not just surviving, it's thriving in life after the negative event; it’s more than bouncing back or getting back up. Resilience results in: -Increased motivation -Positive outlook -More focus on problem-solving -Flexible th…
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One of the Most Helpful and Humbling Acts as a Parent
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So, here is the most helpful and humbling thing I keep coming back to in different seasons of life: challenges reveal the areas that I need to grow in myself. It’s humbling because we have to look at ourselves as a contributor to our struggle. And, it’s helpful because when we acknowledge what we bring to the table, then we can address the underlyi…
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Before having my children, I was an elementary teacher and reading specialist. I have a Bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and a Master’s in Reading Education. For years, I participated in IEP meetings as a general education teacher. I advocated for my students to receive intervention services and created my own accommodations and modificati…
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In this episode, I talk about my thoughts on the Apple Event today and their upcoming services: Apple News+, Apple Arcade, Apple TV+ and the new Apple Card. Links and Show Notes - Apple Keynote Event, March 2019 - Apple News+ - Apple Arcade - Apple TV+ - Apple Card You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. You can find a…
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In this episode, I talk about my year theme for 2019: Clarity, and what that means for my job, my projects, and my podcasts. Links and Show Notes Indigenous for iOS Two Dads Talking My Url Is You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. You can find all my content at my digital home, https://eddiehinkle.com. The theme music…
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In this short episode, I talk about balancing what to talk about where now that I have several podcasts. I also play the Two Dads Talking theme song for those that haven’t had a chance to listen to that longer podcast. Links and Show Notes- My Url Is- Two Dads Talking- Jonathan Mann You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.…
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In this episode, I talk about a variety of projects I’ve been working on: My Url Is, Two Dads Talking, My Website, not to mention raising a tiny human. Links and Show Notes- My Url Is- Two Dads Talking, Episode 1: The Kids’ Funk- My Articles Listing Page- My newwwyear 2019 goals You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. …
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In this episode, I talk about an idea that I have for a system-wife iOS Dark Mode, the response I’ve gotten so far and what’s next. Links and Show Notes- iOSDarkMode.com- Working Copy Commitment- Castro Commitment- Yoink Feature Consideration- OmniFocus Feature Request You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. You can fi…
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In this episode, I talk about a new podcast project I’m working on. Links and Show Notes- My Url Is Podcast Site You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. You can find all my content at my digital home, https://eddiehinkle.com. The theme music is Day 90 of Aaron Parecki’s 100 Days of Music project. If you enjoyed this po…
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In this episode, I talk about a new book coming out by my favorite author and getting to be on the launch team. Links and Show Notes- Previous podcast about The 49th Mystic- Photo of my advanced readers copy of Rise of the Mystics- Pre-Order Rise of the Mystics You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. You can find all m…
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In this episode, I talk about trying out Over-the-Air broadcasts and other options to replace my family’s cable TV subscription. Links and Show Notes- The Micro.blog conversation that started it all- OTA Broadcasts article- HDHomeRun- Channels App- Hulu Live You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. You can find all my c…
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In this episode, I talk about the hardest experience I’ve had and what it means for us as humans. Links and Show Notes You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. You can find all my content at my digital home, https://eddiehinkle.com. The theme music is Day 90 of Aaron Parecki’s 100 Days of Music project. If you enjoyed t…
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In this episode, I tell the story of our Honda Civic and our procrastination, all in light of the impending arrival of our first child. Links and Show Notes You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. You can find all my content at my digital home, https://eddiehinkle.com. The theme music is Day 90 of Aaron Parecki’s 100 D…
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In this episode, I grill some burgers while talking about grilling and how my perspective on it has changed over time. Links and Show Notes- Grill Time app- Photo of Grilling burgers after recording this podcast- Grilled Clambake Photo- Steaks in the Grill Photo You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. You can find all …
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In this short episode, I talk about time and how it quickly it can move, as well as what the next seven days hold for me. Links and Show NotesYou can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. You can find all my content at my digital home, https://eddiehinkle.com. The theme music is Day 90 of Aaron Parecki’s 100 Days of Music pr…
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In this episode, I talk about some nice minimalistic homepages I’ve seen recently as well as some other inspiration pages I’ve looked at. Thinking through some pros and cons of my website and how it could look. Links and Show Notes- Three Minimalistic Homepages that got me thinking: - Manuel Moreale - Where The Light Gathers - Zen Habits- A couple …
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In this episode, I talk about an unfortunate mistake I made when painting over Memorial Day and why I’ve been silent for the last 3 weeks. I also talk about my first iOS App to be released and the pre-order. Links and Show Notes- Episode 9: Painting Adventures- Indigenous Pre-Order Page- Aperture Beta Sign-Up You can find all past and future episod…
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In this episode, I talk about my memorial day activity and an important health lesson I learned. Links and Show Notes Picture of In Progress Painting Before and After Pictures of Nursery Painting You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. You can find all my content at my digital home, https://eddiehinkle.com. The theme m…
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In this episode, I talk about using the Full Focus Planner by Michael Hyatt and the benefits that it’s been providing me and my family. Links and Show Notes The Full Focus Planner Episode 6: Preventing Distraction You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. You can find all my content at my digital home, https://eddiehinkl…
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In this episode, I talk about a new book that I just got and how reading or watching things that bring back memories create interesting positive emotions. Links and Show Notes Book: The 49th Mystic Book: Circle Series Ted Dekker Book Series: Chronicles of Narnia You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. You can find all …
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In this episode, I talk about my recent attempts at using a pocket notebook to help provide clarity and focus throughout my day. Links and Show Notes Clevercast, Episode 4: Paying (with) Attention The Writing Paradox by Colin Walker You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. You can find all my content at my digital home,…
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In this episode, I talk about my plans to leave Facebook and how I plan to in some ways replace it with a monthly newsletter. Then I brainstorm about how to receive replies and reactions from it. Links and Show Notes Monthly Newsletter Sign Up Leaving Facebook article Leaving Facebook August Announcement Notes from last Baltimore Homebrew Website C…
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In this episode, I talk about the 5k Zombies, Run race I just finished. Some thoughts on running motivation and my hopes for future races. Links and Show Notes 5k Race Completion Post Back from the Dead by Skylar Grey Ticking Time Bomb by Skylar Grey You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. You can find all my content a…
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In this episode, I talk about a failed dinner meal (darn you, mustard!) and what that can mean for how we respond to unexpected change and failure. Links and Show Notes You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. You can find all my content at my digital home, https://eddiehinkle.com. The theme music is Day 90 of Aaron Par…
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Inspired by a microcast episode by Joel Mearig, I discuss on the differences between how Joel and I track our lives. I also reflect on how my dad and grandmother tracked their lives. Joel’s Microcast Episode My “On This Day” page You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. You can find all my content at my digital home, ht…
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On my way to get a drink from Starbucks, I discuss weather woes and excitement for an upcoming virtual 5k run. My post from the Fall 2017 Zombies, Run 5k Signed up for Spring 2018 Zombies, Run 5k post Practice Run for Spring 5k Official Zombies, Run 5k Spring Race announcement Starbucks checkin just after recording this episode You can find all pas…
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In episode 0 of 30 and Counting, I present an introduction to the idea behind this microcast as well as what happened to my other MIA microcast, Author’s Note. You can find all past and future episodes at http://30andcounting.me. You can find all my content at my digital home, https://eddiehinkle.com. The theme music is Day 90 of Aaron Parecki’s 10…
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