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Services
Holly's Approach
Every situation is unique, and the role of a special education advocate is to work together with parents to customize an approach that best addresses your specific needs.
Holly will take the time to understand your situation fully, and from there, will create a personalized plan to move forward!
Please see a full list of our services below.
Advocacy
Advocating for a child with a disability can be overwhelming. With deep experience in the education system, Holly works alongside families to ensure students receive the individualized support and services they need to succeed. Special Education Advocate services include:
- IEP & 504 Plan Support
- Attend and support parents in IEP and 504 Plan meetings
- Help parents prepare for meetings and understand the process
- Ensure your child’s needs, goals, and services are clearly defined and appropriate
- Evaluation & Plan Review
- Review evaluations, IEPs, 504 Plans, and educational records
- Identify gaps, inconsistencies, or missing services
- Recommend revisions to better support your child’s progress
- Parent Education & Rights Guidance
- Explain your rights under IDEA, Section 504, and the ADA
- Clarify school responsibilities, timelines, and procedures
- Empower you to advocate confidently and effectively
- School Communication & Dispute Support
- Facilitate communication with school teams
- Advocate for appropriate services, supports, and placements
- Assist in resolving disagreements with the school district
Advocacy services are not legal representation.
A 30 minute free consultation is required for all advocacy services.
Strategy Sessions
This standalone consultation is for parents who need targeted guidance on a specific issue. Questions typically revolve around:
- Evaluation request, concerns or undestanding
- School discipline
- Data concerns
- Placement decisions
- Service delivery
- How to respond to an email from the school
During the one-hour virtual consultation, Holly will assess your situation, explain relevant procedural safeguards and best practices, and help you determine next steps. You will leave with actionable guidance and a clear plan.
This service is ideal for families who need focused support without ongoing representation.
Payment is required in advance to secure your consultation time.
Corrective Action Implementation
When a state complaint or compliance review requires corrective action, a special education advocate will provide expert guidance to help school districts meet these obligations efficiently and effectively. As a previous special education director with extensive experience in compliance and program management, we offer practical solutions tailored to your district’s needs. Corrective action services include:
- Policy & Procedure Review: Align district policies with IDEA, Section 504, and state regulations.
- Staff Training: Deliver focused training on compliance, IEP development, and procedural safeguards.
- Documentation & Reporting: Organize and prepare required documentation for state agencies.
- IEP Support: Assist with revising IEPs, and planning compensatory services.
A 30 minute free consultation is required for all corrective action services.
New Director Mentorship
Stepping into the role of Special Education Director can be complex and demanding. With years of experience as a Special Education Director, I provide personalized, one-on-one mentorship designed to support new directors as they navigate the challenges of leadership and compliance. Supports will include:
- Individualized coaching on managing special education programs, budgets, and staffing
- Expert guidance on IDEA, Section 504, and state regulations compliance
- Strategies for effective leadership, team building, and collaboration with families and school staff
- Practical advice on developing sustainable systems and improving district services
- Confidential, ongoing support tailored to your unique challenges and goals
A 30 minute free consultation is required for all mentorship services.
School Board Consultation
Districts experiencing high volumes of special education litigation or state complaints face complex challenges that require informed and proactive governance. We can provide specialized training for school board members to enhance their understanding of special education law, compliance issues, and risk management strategies. Training focus areas include:
- Comprehensive overview of IDEA, Section 504, and state regulations with an emphasis on common compliance pitfalls
- Understanding the causes and implications of litigation and state complaints
- Board roles and responsibilities in oversight, policy development, and risk reduction
- Strategies to support district leadership in resolving disputes and improving special education programs
- Best practices for fostering positive relationships with families and community stakeholders
A 30 minute free consultation is required for all school board consultation services.
Parent Professional Development
We offer tailored professional development designed to parents with the knowledge and skills necessary maximize their parent participating at school based meetings. Services available by request for parent based groups include:
- Special Education Compliance
- Understanding IEPs/ evaluations/ 504s
- Understanding parental roles at the special education table
If you have a specific need not listed here, please contact us. We’re happy to design solutions that fit your requirements.
District Special Projects
District Special Projects
We understand that every district has unique needs. Beyond our core offerings as a special education advocate, we provide customized services tailored to your specific district challenges and goals. Services available by request include for school districts:
- Special education compliance audits and program reviews
- Customized workshops and training on specialized topics
- Consultation and problem-solving sessions
- Facilitation of difficult IEP or 504 meetings
- Parent workshops and family engagement strategies