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IEP Guide Empowers Autism and Special Needs Parents
New IEP Guide Empowers Autism and Special Needs Parents with Effective Advocacy Strategies The First
Los Angeles, California Oct 7, 2024 (Issuewire.com) - "Mastering the Battlefield: Strategize, Advocate, Triumph: The Battle Plan for Special Needs Parents" is the first book in a powerful trilogy by Mieko Perez, designed to support parents within the autism and special needs communities. This transformative resource helps parents confidently navigate the complexities of the Individualized Education Program (IEP) process. Packed with actionable strategies, insightful guidance, and emotional support, this guide equips families to be effective advocates for their children’s educational rights, covering key areas such as preparing for IEP meetings, understanding crucial protections like “Stay Put,” and demystifying the roles of IEP attorneys and advocates.
Written by Mieko Perez, a seasoned advocate with over 22 years of experience, this first book of the trilogy simplifies complex educational terminology, provides relatable real-world examples, and teaches critical communication and negotiation skills to help parents engage effectively with school systems. It empowers parents to set priorities, confidently manage IEP meetings, and ensure their children receive the necessary services to succeed both academically and in life.
This guide was developed as part of Mieko’s promise to her son Joey—to personally respond to every call and email from parents seeking support. Throughout her 15 years of advocacy work, Mieko recognized the need to help parents write effective IEP request letters, understand the foundational protocols under the Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE) law, and create meaningful goals aligned with their child’s unique needs. (Kindle) and (Versión en español)
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NBA Legends Summer Getaway Highlights Cannabis and Business
July 16, 2024 Cannabis Now Magazine - The NBA landscape is changing when it comes to the acceptance of cannabis and its use and the association of its players doing business in the industry. A 2023 decision by the league to allow players to use marijuana and for them to invest in companies that sell CBD or marijuana has been welcomed by current players and retired ones who said it was about time.
Retired NBA players were on hand July 10-12 in Las Vegas for the annual Legends Summer Getaway where the National Basketball Retired Players Association included former NBA player Derrick Coleman and cannabis consultant Mieko Hester Perez talking about all things cannabis and business. Both took part on a wide-ranging panel on emerging business opportunities for their members. Photo Credit NBRPA
Big Ten Analyst Stephen Bardo, Derrick Coleman NBA Legend President, Mieko Hester-Perez President of CCAS, NBA Legend Alando Tucker and Jonathan Howe Assistant Professor at Temple University
What’s New at MiekoHesterPerez.com: Latest Research, Advocac
Associate Member, NCCU Psychoneuroendocrinology & Rare Diseases Laboratory | May 2025
Mieko Perez joins @nbaalumni as a 2024 panelists for this year’s Emerging Opportunities Summit
Mieko Perez joins @nbaalumni as a 2024 panelists for this year’s Emerging Opportunities Summit
Mieko Hester Perez serves as an Associate Member of the NCCU Psychoneuroendocrinology and Rare Diseases Laboratory under the direction of Dr. Christopher L. Edwards. In this role, she supports interdisciplinary research focused on the biological, psychological, and social factors affecting individuals with rare diseases. Her contributions emphasize health equity, community engagement, and patient-centered research, particularly in underserved populations. Through a blend of clinical insight and advocacy, she helps bridge psychosocial science with medical data to advance translational research and improve health outcomes.
Mieko Perez joins @nbaalumni as a 2024 panelists for this year’s Emerging Opportunities Summit
Mieko Perez joins @nbaalumni as a 2024 panelists for this year’s Emerging Opportunities Summit
Mieko Perez joins @nbaalumni as a 2024 panelists for this year’s Emerging Opportunities Summit
NBA Legends Summer Getaway event, where Legends of basketball come together for an annual reunion featuring Topgolf, educational programming, camaraderie, Legends Lounge..
The NBRPA is excited to host our Legends Summer Getaway event, where Legends of basketball come together for an annual reunion featuring Topgolf, educational programming, camaraderie, Legends Lounge with a live DJ and partner booths, a golf outing, Health Screenings, networking, and exclusive social gatherings. The programming will be filled with opportunities to gain insight on our trusted partners, areas of interest, and a private space to mix and mingle with other former NBA, WNBA, ABA, and Harlem Globetrotters. Tags: Mieko Hester Perez, Business Opprtunites
Mieko Hester-Perez Redefines Medical Cannabis, Healthcare and Motorsports...
Published April 11, 2024 |Cannabis Now
Mieko Hester-Perez is determined to shift the narrative of medical cannabis and immersing herself in the world of motorsports.
Mieko Hester Perez embodies the archetype of a modern-day “warrior mom.” For almost two decades, she’s been on a mission to break barriers and champion change for cannabis patients and their families. Since publicly sharing her son Joey’s success with medical cannabis in 2009, Hester-Perez has become a beacon of hope and guidance for families navigating options for their children on the autism spectrum...
CA Corporate & Attorney Services Inc. Providing services for over 25 years to the Commercial Lending
For over 25 years, CA Corporate & Attorney Services Inc. has been a trusted provider of professional solutions to the Commercial Lending, Real Estate, and Legal Support Community. Established in 2005 by President Mieko Hester Perez and Vice President Rosie Laloyan, both certified legal secretaries, our company was originally formed as a public records firm...
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"Mastering the Battlefield: Strategize, Advocate, Triumph
Available for purchase on Amazon and serves as the foundational volume in Mieko Perez’s advocacy trilogy.