Welcome To the
SPEDSTER ECOSYSTEM
“Where Everything Special Education Converges”
DID YOU KNOW THAT 83% OF SCHOOLS LOST SPECIAL EDUCATION LEGAL CASES IN THE FIRST HALF OF 2025?
The Spedster Ecosystem with IEP COMPANION changes EVERYTHING.
We built the first fully integrated IEP, Specially Designed Instruction, and Professional Development platform designed to REVERSE this trend.
Transform special education with our comprehensive three-pillar ecosystem: AI-driven IEP development, research-backed SDI curriculum with HDAIR cognitive mapping, and expert-led professional development. The only integrated solution combining cutting-edge technology, litigation-proof curriculum, and practical training.
IEP Companion — IEP Writer
AI-Driven IEP Solution
- 100% AI-Generated IEPs - No templates, completely individualized
- Automated Progress Monitoring - Real-time data collection & reporting
- Custom AI GPTs & Apps - Task-specific AI tools
- 95% Decrease in IEP Writing Time - Streamlined IEP development
- System Integration - Works with PowerSchool, Infinite Campus, Google Classroom
IEP Companion — IEP Resource Generator
Complete Implementation Tools
- Custom Activities - Automatically generated for each IEP goal
- Data Collection Forms - Ready-to-use progress monitoring tools
- Assessment Materials - Aligned to student objectives
- Social Skills Activities - Evidence-based interventions
- Instructional Resources - Everything needed for full IEP implementation
IEP Companion — IEP Legal Analyzer
Comprehensive Compliance & Quality Analysis
- Substantive Compliance - Analyzes content against IDEA requirements
- Procedural Compliance - Validates all process requirements
- Historical Analysis - Reviews records for compliance patterns
- Quality Assessment - Evaluates document clarity and effectiveness
- Federal & State Regulations - Cross-references current laws and case law
H-Theory SDI Curriculum
The Only Fully Printable, IDEA-Aligned SDI Curriculum
- HDAIR Cognitive Architecture - Advanced diagnostic precision & adaptive learning
- HAICAM Compliance System - Legal defensibility in any audit
- 4-Zone Learning Maps - Baseline, Growth, SDI, Mastery zones
- Complete Documentation - 200-day SDI logs & compliance tools
- Multi-Domain Coverage - Reading, Writing, Math, Science, Executive Function
SpedsterU
The Ultimate Training Hub for Special Educators
- Multi-Modal Learning - In-person, live online, and on-demand options
- Practical Implementation - Action-focused vs. theory-only approach
- Expert-Led Content - Dr. Yell & Dr. Hulett video podcasts
- Open Office Hours - Live coaching and "ask the expert" sessions
- Customizable Programs - Tailored to district and educator needs
Why Choose IEP Companion?
The complete game-changer in IEP development
Truly Individualized IEPs
No templates, no goal banks—just 100% AI-generated IEPs tailored to each student's unique needs using teacher input, parent feedback, and real data. Includes SMART goal generator for precise, measurable objectives.
Automated Progress Monitoring
Track student growth in real-time with AI-assisted data collection and instant, ready-to-use reports.
AI-Powered Tools & Resources
Access custom AI apps, professional development, and a resource hub filled with IEP guides, assessment tools, and intervention strategies.
Save Time & Improve Outcomes
Reduce IEP development time by up to 95%, allowing educators to focus on what truly matters—student success.
Seamless Integration
Works with PowerSchool, Infinite Campus, Google Classroom, and more to collect student data and transform it into actionable reports.
Professional Development
Comprehensive micro and macro training modules covering every major area of special education with cutting-edge strategies.
"In my 30+ years in special education, I have never witnessed anything remotely close to this level of innovation. IEP Companion represents a complete paradigm shift—it's not just an improvement, it's a revolution. We're talking about IEPs that are genuinely individualized, legally bulletproof, and created in a fraction of the time. This technology doesn't just change how we write IEPs; it fundamentally transforms our capacity to serve students with disabilities. This is the breakthrough our field has been desperately waiting for."
How IEP Companion Works
Input Student Data
Simply enter basic student details, teacher input, and parent input into our intuitive system.
AI Drafts the IEP
Our AI engine creates a fully structured, 100% original IEP in seconds with personalized goals and accommodations.
Review & Customize
Easily adjust, modify, and personalize IEPs with zero hassle using our user-friendly interface.
Monitor & Track Progress
Use real-time analytics and automated reporting to track student achievements and adjust strategies.
Ensure High-Quality IEPs
Receive instant feedback to refine goals, supports, and accommodations to match student needs perfectly.
Transformative Benefits
Massive Time Savings
Reduce IEP development time by 95% while improving quality and individualization
True Individualization
AI-generated content tailored to each student's unique needs and data profile
Legal Protection
Audit-proof documentation and IDEA compliance built into every component
Data-Driven Decisions
Real-time analytics and automated reporting for improved student outcomes
Portable SDI Architecture
Fully printable, offline-capable curriculum that works anywhere without technology dependence
Expert-Led Training
Multi-modal professional development with Dr. Yell & Dr. Hulett focusing on practical implementation
IEP Writer
The complete game-changer in IEP development
25x Individualization
Move beyond generic templates. IEP Writer creates truly personalized plans that capture each student's unique strengths, challenges, and learning style with unprecedented depth.
Legal Assurance
Every IEP is automatically checked for IDEA compliance, state regulations, and best practices. Sleep soundly knowing your documents meet all legal requirements.
50x Faster
What used to take hours now takes minutes. Spend less time on paperwork and more time with your students, while producing higher quality results.
AI-Powered Intelligence
Advanced AI analyzes assessment data, learning patterns, and evidence-based strategies to recommend goals and accommodations tailored to each student.
Legal Analyzer
Comprehensive compliance verification checking substantive and procedural requirements against federal regulations, state laws, and case law precedents.
Resource Generator
Automatically creates every activity, assessment, data collection form, and social skills activity needed to fully implement the IEP.
Perfect For Every SPED Professional
Special Education Teachers
SPED Directors
School Districts
Attorneys & Advocates
Parents
Consultants
Transform Special Education Today
Join the revolution in special education with our complete three-pillar solution
Contact Us to Set Up a DemoWHAT WE DO
We provide a special education specific platform that delivers diagnostic assessment, instruction, and progress monitoring tools. The focus of the three primary solutions in the platform are Dyslexia, Dyscalculia, and Social Behavioral. Easy to use, valid and reliable, and simple for special education students to navigate, our platform -- completely normed on and created for students with disabilities -- is among the highest performing solutions in the field today
We get companies in front of school district leaders via advertising on our comprehensive “All Things Special Education” website, placing each qualifying company on our marketplace, email blasts and targeted state campaigns to district decision-makers, social media, personal introduction to SPED leaders in our vast professional network, and much more. We help EdTech companies – both special education and general education focused – better align their communications, marketing copy, product roadmaps, sales decks, website, and all public-facing materials to the special education market.
We provide custom, on-demand, in-person, and digital professional development and learning services to school districts in all areas of special education including:
How to Link Specially Designed Instruction to IEPs;
Creating Educationally Meaningful and Legally Compliant IEPs
How to Navigate Difficult IEP Meeting Situations
How to Evaluate the Quality of an IEP and Provide Detailed Feedback and Coaching to Teachers;
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TRENDING NEWS
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The 2025 legal landscape for special education has been marked by groundbreaking changes
The U.S. Supreme Court is issuing unanimous decisions that significantly strengthen the rights of students with disabilities. Our comprehensive analysis examines all major federal, circuit, appellate, and state cases, along with regulatory developments from OSEP, OSERS, and USDOE that are shaping special education law.
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What’s Next for Special Ed? The U.S. Department of Education Faces the Tough Questions
Special education is at a crossroads—and the U.S. Department of Education is under pressure to deliver answers. With rising concern about stagnant funding, equity gaps, and support for schools, educators are demanding clarity on what the future holds.
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Special Education Teacher Shortage in Columbus Signals Nationwide Strain
Columbus City Schools are facing a stark challenge that’s echoed across the country: a critical shortage of certified special education teachers. With burnout, high caseloads, and increasing student needs, districts are struggling to recruit and retain the professionals needed to support students with disabilities.
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Texas Senate Passes Sweeping Special Ed Bill—Here’s What It Means for Schools
With implications for funding, evaluation timelines, and district accountability, this legislation could ease longstanding challenges for schools while enhancing services for students. Our latest blog post breaks it all down—so you can stay informed on what this could mean for classrooms, educators, and administrators across the state and beyond.
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Do2Learn – A Goldmine for Special Ed Classrooms
Do2Learn is a hidden gem that offers visual schedules, social stories, academic supports, and behavior tools—all at no cost. Whether you’re building independence or managing behavior, this resource helps make your classroom more inclusive and structured without adding to your prep time.
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WANT TO KNOW WHO HAS THE
“BEST IN CLASS” IEP SOFTWARE?
Our latest competitive analysis lists the top 10 IEP software platforms based on a multivariate sample of key factors, including overall quality, market impact, ease of use, functionality, user experience, and overall satisfaction. These companies are focusing on ease of use, ease of communication, movement and flow of copious amounts of information, and the placement of priority of facilitating the teaching and learning process. With the field of artificial intelligence still in its infancy, we believe that the speed of innovation and true advancements in the field of special education will continue to be dominated by smaller, innovative, and nimble companies with a true spirit for advocacy and change.
Leading every category and ranking #1 is n2y’s IEP development solution, Polaris.
