In this episode, I sit down with Elizabeth Hamblet, a nationally recognized expert on the transition to college for students with disabilities.

With more than two decades of experience working in college disability services offices, Elizabeth shares what really changes after high school and why so many students arrive on campus with expectations that simply don’t match reality.

We talk about the biggest misconceptions around accommodations, why IEPs and 504 plans don’t transfer, and how well intentioned supports in K–12 can sometimes make independence harder.

This conversation is a must listen for school psychs, special ed teachers, and transition teams who want to better prepare students for what college actually requires.

Highlights:

(02:45) How Elizabeth transitioned from high school special ed to college disability services

(08:23) Why IEPs and 504 plans do not carry over to college

(15:05) Accommodations colleges are not required to provide

(20:47) The danger of over supporting students in high school

(24:30) Executive functioning and self advocacy in real world college settings

(28:05) The most rewarding and most challenging parts of working in college disability services

Links:

Kelley Challen: https://substack.com/@kelleychallentransitions

Documentation requirements: https://bit.ly/LDblog109x and https://bit.ly/LDAv5

Elizabeth’s Book: https://bit.ly/ECHbook

Her free blog with more than 50 posts: https://bit.ly/LDAFRs

Her YouTube channel: https://bit.ly/LDAYT

Her free Facebook group for parents focused on college accommodations: https://bit.ly/FBGCTA

Her free twice-monthly newsletter: https://bit.ly/LDANS

Her Substack: https://echamblet.substack.com/

The information and advice provided are for guidance purposes only, and all listeners are required to follow federal and state law, as well as their school district guidelines and policies.

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Have you ever quietly wondered, do I really want to be doing this exact version of the job for the next 20 years?

In this episode, I’m kicking off a mini series exploring the different ways school psychologists can use their credentials beyond the traditional K–12 role, and I’m starting with what was possible inside my own district.

I share how pursuing additional training in school neuropsychology and getting deeply involved in MTSS work completely shifted my career path without requiring me to leave.

This episode is about asking better questions, building new skills, and realizing that sometimes expansion doesn’t mean walking away, it means leaning in differently.

Highlights:

(01:35) The quiet question that changed my career path

(02:45) Why I pursued a certification in school neuropsychology

(03:55) Creating a more specialized role within my district

(04:45) Getting involved in MTSS and prevention work

(05:40) Discovering a love for training and systems level impact

(06:15) What might be possible without leaving the field

If you are thinking of changing positions and need some interview tips, check out ours inside the Prepared School Psych community: https://jennyponzuric.com/prepared-school-psychologist/

The information and advice provided are for guidance purposes only, and all listeners are required to follow federal and state law, as well as their school district guidelines and policies.

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Interview season can feel intense, especially in school psychology where you’re often sitting in front of a full panel and being asked to explain complex, real world work on the spot.

In this episode, I’m sharing three practical tips to help you feel clear, confident, and prepared whether you’re interviewing for internship, your first job, or a new district.

We’ll talk about how to answer “tell us about yourself” without rambling, why your closing questions matter more than you think, and what to do when you genuinely don’t know an answer. You don’t need to be perfect. You just need to show how you think.

Highlights:

(01:36) How to answer “tell us about yourself” with clarity

(02:45) A simple structure to bring your resume to life

(03:35) Why the last question of the interview really matters

(04:20) Smart questions to ask the district panel

(05:00) What to say when you don’t have experience with something

(05:45) Showing integrity and problem solving under pressure

For more interview tips, check out the Prepared School Psych community: https://jennyponzuric.com/prepared-school-psychologist/

The information and advice provided are for guidance purposes only, and all listeners are required to follow federal and state law, as well as their school district guidelines and policies.

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