Special Education Advocacy Program

Let us help you navigate the complex puzzle that is the special education system.

We provide essential services to help you advocate for your child!

Advocates help...

• parents understand complex laws that determine
  • students’ eligibility for special services.
  • parents’ rights and protections regarding participation in their children’s education.
  • services and accommodations available.

• interpret test results.

• work with schools to plan individualized education programs (IEPs).

Advocates do...

• accompany parents to school meetings.
• advise parents about services, programs, and accommodations.
• interpret reports and evaluations.
• draft requests, responses, and complaints to schools.
• assist parents with submitting written requests.
• prepare parents for IEP and 504 meetings.
• check special education documents for accuracy and completion.