Advocates for Children with Disabilities envisions a world where every child with a disability is fully valued, empowered, and provided equitable access to high-quality education, services, and opportunities.
We provide one-on-one advocacy support for parents during: • IEP and 504 Plans Meetings • Manifestation Determination Reviews • Disciplinary Hearings and Resolution Meetings • School Conferences and Eligibility Meetings Outcome: Parents are supported by knowledgeable advocates who ensure that they understand their options and receive fair treatment and legal compliance.
We provide interactive workshops that educate parents on: IDEA, IEPs ADA Protection, & 504 Plans Procedural Safeguards and Due Process Parental Rights Outcome: Parents gain information to help them make informed educational decisions which helps them to become more confident in advocating for their children.
We provide professional reviews of: IEP Goals and Services School Accommodations and Modifications Evaluation Reports and Progress Monitoring Transition Plans (i.e., middle to high school and post-secondary) Outcome: Parents are equipped to ensure specified plans align with student needs.
We provide comprehensive analysis of: Psychoeducational Evaluations School Records and Progress Reports Eligibility Determinations and Reevaluations Outcome: Parents clearly understand their child’s data and next steps.
We provide support for families navigating: Suspensions and Expulsions Behavior Intervention Plans (BIPs) Manifestation Determination Meetings Outcome: Children with disabilities receive fair, lawful disciplinary outcomes.
We provide ongoing coaching that helps parents: Communicate Effectively with Schools Prepare for Meetings and Negotiations Document and Track Services and Progress Outcome: Parents develop long-term advocacy skills to support their child throughout their educational transition (i.e., middle to high school and post-secondary).
We provide the following support for parents of students ages 14–22: Transition IEP Development College and Career Readiness Planning Vocational and Independent Living Supports Outcome: Students are prepared for life beyond K–12 education.
We connect families to the following: Therapy and Mental Health Services Supportive Community-based Organizations Disability Support Services and Agencies Outcome: Families access comprehensive wraparound support services.
We provide facilitated spaces for parents to: Share Experiences and Strategies Build Confidence in Advocacy Reduce Isolation and Build a Supportive Community Outcome: Stronger parent networks and shared learning and support.
We provide one-on-one advocacy support for parents during: • IEP and 504 Plans Meetings • Manifestation Determination Reviews • Disciplinary Hearings and Resolution Meetings • School Conferences and Eligibility Meetings Outcome: Parents are supported by knowledgeable advocates who ensure that they understand their options and receive fair treatment and legal compliance.
We provide interactive workshops that educate parents on: IDEA, IEPs ADA Protection, & 504 Plans Procedural Safeguards and Due Process Parental Rights Outcome: Parents gain information to help them make informed educational decisions which helps them to become more confident in advocating for their children.
We provide professional reviews of: IEP Goals and Services School Accommodations and Modifications Evaluation Reports and Progress Monitoring Transition Plans (i.e., middle to high school and post-secondary) Outcome: Parents are equipped to ensure specified plans align with student needs.
Advocacy for Children with Disabilities is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing equitable educational outcomes for students with disabilities through
high-quality advocacy and support services.
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