EDUCATION ADVOCACY SERVICES OVERVIEW
THE STRUGGLE IS REAL
If you find yourself struggling with your child's educational situation, education advocacy may be right for you. Imagine going to a school meeting to discuss your child's challenges and needs and not feeling unprepared, frustrated and confused. What would it feel like to leave that meeting confident that you improved your child's situation at school? How would you feel if you knew the school heard your concerns and addressed them? This can be your reality with my education advocacy services and support!
LET'S MAKE THINGS BETTER
By working together, we can make your meetings and communications with the school more efficient and impactful so your child will have the best chance to succeed academically. Collaborating with someone that has specialized training and experience with special education rights and laws, you can feel confident that your child will have a targeted comprehensive educational plan based on his/her specific needs.
HOW I HELP
As a non-attorney special educational advocate, I offer Michigan IEP and 504 Plan education advocacy, consulting, coaching and assistance. Since I am not an attorney, I cannot provide legal advice, however I can guide you to ensure your child's educational rights are being met. Since both federal and state laws apply to special education, I limit my practice to the state of Michigan. I work both in person and virtually (via phone, video conferencing) with clients in Michigan.
MY SERVICES
SPECIAL EDUCATION CONSULTING & COACHING
- 504 Plan/IEP Eligibility, Recommendations, Review & Development
- Request for Evaluations
- BIP (Behavior Intervention Plan)
- FBA (Functional Behavior Assessment)
- IEP Goal Development
- Progress Reports
- LRE (Lease Restrictive Environment) Placement
- 504 Plan/IEP Procedural Issues, Compliance
- Transition Meetings
- Parent Teacher Conferences
- MDR (Manifestation Determination Review)
- Bullying Concerns
- Test/Evaluation Results Interpretation
- School Meeting Preparation
SCHOOL COMMUNICATION & REPRESENTATION
- 504 Plan/IEP Eligibility, Recommendations, Review & Development
- Request for Evaluations
- BIP (Behavior Intervention Plan)
- FBA (Functional Behavior Assessment)
- IEP Goal Development
- Progress Reports
- LRE (Lease Restrictive Environment) Placement
- 504 Plan/IEP Procedural Issues, Compliance
- Transition Meetings
- Parent Teacher Conferences
- MDR (Manifestation Determination Review)
- Bullying Concerns
- Test/Evaluation Results Interpretation
- School Meeting Preparation
RESOURCES AND SERVICE PROVIDER REFERRALS
- Neuropsychological Testing & Evaluation
- Therapy Providers
- Local Support Organizations
- Legal Assistance
PUBLIC SPEAKING AND EDUCATIONAL PRESENTATIONS
- 504 Plan/IEP Overview
- Educational Rights Overview
- School Behavioral Issues
- Dealing with ADD/ADHD & Related Conditions at School
- A less stressful and emotional experience for you in school meetings and conflicts
- Someone to negotiate on your behalf with the school on evaluations, accommodations and services for your child
- A more level playing field with school staff by having someone that understands the special education process
- An understandable explanation of test/evaluation scores and it's relation to your child's needs
- Someone with expertise in developing effective measurable IEP goals specific to your child's circumstances
- Less confusion over special education jargon and terms
- Someone to hold school accountable for compliance with a 504 Plan, IEP and the delivery of FAPE (Free and Appropriate Education)
- A voice for you and your child to ensure concerns are heard & questions are answered
- Less expensive fees than a lawyer specializing in Education Law
FEES FOR EDUCATION ADVOCACY SERVICES
You can view pricing and package options here.
