Educational Advocacy
Advocacy services may include:
Coaching and Training
Understand the law and their child's legal rights
Assist in communications with school personnel and providers
Access to resources and support services
Transition planning
Parent Training/Webinars
Paperwork/Evaluation/Data Review
Assist in determining needed records
Assist in obtaining educational records
Interpretation of Special Education and 504 paperwork
Provide guidance with additional needed evaluations and services
Assist with looking at the individual strengths and needs using all data, including related services, outside evaluations, parent input, and student input.
Meeting Preparation
Assist families with preparing for meetings, including ARD and Section 504 Meetings
Review/explanation of ARD/504 Drafts
Review/explanation of new evaluations
Provide guidance on accommodations, services, and other needs
Preparation of document/letter of parent concerns, questions, and requests for ARD/504 Committee based on data and law
Guidance on appropriate accommodations and services
Meeting Attendance
Attend ARD/504 Meetings in person or virtually to assist in:
Positive collaboration in which the parent/student is actively participating
Appropriate services and accommodations
Federal and state mandates/guidelines are followed
Documentation of ARD Committee decisions
Support and guidance to ensure understanding of the meeting decisions
