Educational Advocacy:
work with their school to develop an appropriate education for their disabled child ,learn about their children’s rights and that they are equal partners in their child’s education, learn how to encourage schools and teachers to follow the special education and disability laws
teach teachers about their children’s disabilities
learn what accommodations and modifications are appropriate for their child
understand what their school should be doing for their disabled children
understand the differences between Special Education (IDEA), 504 Plans, SST, and NCLB (No Child Left Behind)
get appropriate services for their disabled children
get appropriate testing for their child paid for by the school district
determine whether their child qualifies for special education services
convince the school to test their child for disabilities
convince the school to develop positive behavior plans
write meaningful letters
request their child’s educational records
document cases
develop appropriate IEP’s and 504 Plans
determine whether a FBA and BIP are warranted
by attending IEP and/or school meetings
by recommending treatment and therapy options
by giving resources
and by giving general advice and recommendations.