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Resources for Parents

Ready-to-use resources to help you prepare for meetings, document concerns, and advocate effectively for your child.

The 13 Disability Categories Under IDEA

Learn about all special education eligibility categories and how we support each

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IEP Preparation Checklist

Essential items to review and prepare before your IEP meeting

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Understanding IDEA 2004
IEPs and Procedural Safeguards

Essential knowledge about special education law and your rights as a parent

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Procedural Safeguards for Parents

The legal rights you have under the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) to protect your role in your child's special education.

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Know Your Rights Under IDEA

Understanding your family's rights is the foundation of effective advocacy.

Procedural Safeguards

  • Prior written notice for any changes to your child's program
  • Consent required for initial evaluations and services
  • Access to all educational records
  • Right to independent educational evaluations

FAPE & LRE

  • Free and Appropriate Public Education (FAPE)
  • Least Restrictive Environment (LRE) placement
  • Individualized Education Program (IEP) tailored to your child
  • Related services to support educational goals

Read & Learn More

We regularly share resources and free guides on important special education topics.

Securing Your Rights at Evaluation Meetings

Essential strategies for ensuring your voice is heard during evaluation discussions.

When to Seek an Independent Educational Evaluation

Understanding your rights and when an IEE might benefit your child.

Why an Advocate

Navigate the different types of support available for your family.

Building an IEP is a Team Effort

Understand your role on the IEP Team.

Watch Video Answers to Your Questions

Get quick, expert video answers to the top 50 questions parents ask about IEPs and special education.

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How I help families

A special education advocate is your expert partner in the IEP process. Here is how we work with you:

  • Review your child's records, evaluations, and current IEP or 504 plan
  • Help you request the right evaluations and services in writing
  • Prepare you for IEP and ARD meetings, and attend them with you
  • Translate the jargon (FAPE, LRE, Child Find, prior written notice) into plain language
  • Hold the school accountable to your child's rights under IDEA
  • Support challenging behavior: FBAs, behavior intervention plans, discipline, and manifestation determination reviews

How it works

Step 1

Complete a short intake

Tell us about your child's situation so we can prepare.

Step 2

Consultation

We review it together and outline next steps.

Step 3

Prepare & represent

We build your strategy, attend meetings, and pursue results.

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Reach out to learn how we can support your family.

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