What kind of services do I provide?
My services would include the following;
-interpreting/explaining special education regulations (both state and federal) as they apply to your specific situation,
-writing letters to the district to clarify/document your situation,
-help you to understand the educational implications of your child’s disability.
-evaluating test scores,
-reviewing any records/paperwork you may have,
-advisement on what options you have, given your particular situation.
What do I have available to assist you?
I have composed a package of sample letters that can be used for seven different circumstances that parents commonly experience. I will be putting these letters on my site free of charge. You may, however, make a donation via Paypal if they are of some help to you. They are:
-letter requesting that your child be evaluated for special education,
-letter requesting an Independent Educational Evaluation at Public Expense,
-letter requesting Prior Written Notice,
-Letter of Understanding,
-Letter documenting conversations,
-Parent Agenda letter,
-Letter requesting a Functional Behavior Assessment.
Also included in this package is a narrative that explains the purpose of each letter.
How do I pay for services?
I have the Paypal option up on my site, or you may send an email to me to obtain my address. Contact me at spedvocate@gmail.com.
When/how am I available?
I am available via email and phone, and as long as it’s not 12 midnight, I’m willing to talk to you anytime!
What is my experience and background?
I have two special-needs children, and for my daughter who has many LD’s,(CAPD, dsylexic, expressive/receptive language disorder) it was a continual battle with the district(s) to obtain the services and remediations that were appropriate for her. I did this for 10 years, while she was in school. My other child (son) had ADHD at a time when it was only beginning to be accepted as having an effect on learning and at a time when it first became eligible for an IEP classification.
For the past five years, I have advocated for parents via the internet, including writing letters, sharing information, and speaking with them personally. You can read their comments under ‘Testimonials.’ I also am a moderator and contribute regularly to several special education message boards.
