Advocacy
Helping families and teams understand the educational process, prepare for meetings, organize information, and make informed decisions.
A Place to Start | Advocacy Consultation
Focused support for a specific question, concern, meeting, or next step.
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Review existing information and concerns
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Help clarify questions and priorities
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Explain educational processes, terminology, and parent rights in accessible language
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Prepare for an upcoming school meeting or conversation
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Provide practical next steps and resources
Growing Together | Advocacy Partnership
Ongoing support through a specific educational concern, transition, evaluation, or IEP process
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Review relevant school records, evaluations, and IEP materials
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Help families identify strengths, needs, and priorities
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Prepare questions, talking points, and meeting strategies
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Support families in understanding proposed services, accommodations, goals, and supports
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Collaborate with families before and after meetings
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Help organize documentation and follow-up items
Fully Rooted | Comprehensive Advocacy Support
A more involved partnership for families navigating complex or ongoing educational needs.
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Comprehensive review of available educational information
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Ongoing meeting preparation and follow-up
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Support with communication and collaborative problem-solving
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Help connect educational needs to appropriate supports and services
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Support during transitions, significant changes, or complex school-based concerns
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Development of a clear action plan and ongoing priorities