Welcome to Nicolette Lesniak’s Blog
A space created for special education teachers, leaders, and teams who want clarity, confidence, and sustainable systems in their work. This blog is designed to support you in doing meaningful work without burning out.
You will find practical strategies, real-world insights, and thoughtful reflections on writing defensible IEPs, managing data, strengthening team communication, and leading special education with purpose.
Becoming The Best Advocate Your Students Need
As an educator, one of your most crucial roles is to advocate for your students. Advocacy involves speaking up, taking action, and ensuring that each and every student receives the support and resources they need to thrive academically and personally.
Case Management 101, Part 2
Did you know that each school district does not do case management the same way? Yes, they follow legislation by IDEA but their processes of who is responsible for what actions are different.
Paraprofessional Superheroes: How to Maximize Their Impact
One of the most important steps in maximizing the impact of paraprofessionals in your classroom is clarifying their roles and expectations from the outset. This can help avoid any misunderstandings or confusion later.
Special Education Case Management 101
No one really talks about case management, we all talk about the fun things about teaching from decorating our classrooms to finding those fun and exciting resources to enhance student learning. This is the first article of a blog series about setting yourself up for success for your case management and teaching duties throughout the school year.