SPECIAL EDUCATION
COACHING AND Consulting
Special education consultant for students, parents, and teachers.
Let me take the guesswork out of special ed paperwork and help students succeed.
The special education process can be confusing. There is so much information. All of the forms, tests, and meetings can be a lot to take in. This process can move too fast or slow.
- Students can fall behind academically.
- Parents’ questions often go unanswered.
- Teachers and staff can easily be overwhelmed while providing classroom instruction and support.
Students with diverse needs should be given the best chance to succeed but supporting them doesn’t have to be confusing or overwhelming.
Answers, Paths Forward, and Optimal Outcomes
I offer a holistic approach that strengthens your understanding of the process while we focus on your student’s specific needs. I collaborate with you to create a comprehensive plan to support your student in and out of school.
Parent's Voice
Your role in the team is important. Your voice and your input into your child’s academic success is vital. Drawing on my years of experience in education and advocacy, I will support you in becoming an integral part of your child’s team by taking the guesswork out of your paperwork.
Support for Educators
Let’s work together to create routines and resources that maximize your time and improve your instructional strategies. Choose from one-on-one coaching or group training options to help you create an inclusive classroom community.
Professional Development for Educators
I offer in-house trainings on Special Ed for groups of teachers at any school or at the district level. These are valuable, impactful, and relevant learning experiences that are aligned with Professional Learning Standards and result in improved student achievement.
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Where can I even begin to talk about a person who has been instrumental in both my life but more importantly my son’s life. Lauren’s compassion and patience lead to my son developing self-esteem and believing in himself. She was able to teach him to believe in himself beyond his learning disability. Lauren not only worked with my son but she listened to my concerns as well. She was crucial in helping my son finally have a correct diagnosis and then services to go along. Thank you from the bottom of our hearts.
Frequently Asked Questions
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How do I know if my child has a disability?
It is recommended that you talk to your child’s pediatrician if you are having concerns about their mental, behavioral or physical health. Deficits in any of these areas could directly affect your child’s school performance. If your child is having trouble making progress at school, it may be time to take a look at their overall performance at school and possibly request special education testing.
How do I have my child evaluated for Special Education?
You can request an evaluation by writing a letter to your school principal or special education administrator. You can also discuss these issues with your child’s pediatrician. They will be able to provide you with information and referrals concerning your child’s overall mental and behavioral health.
Do you evaluate children for Special Education?
How do I know if my child qualifies for special education services?
The Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) identifies 13 categories that students must identify with in order to qualify for Special Education Services. They include: intellectual disability, a hearing impairment (including deafness), a speech or language impairment, a visual impairment (including blindness), a serious emotional disturbance (referred to in this part as “emotional disturbance”), an orthopedic impairment, autism, traumatic brain injury, an other health impairment, a specific learning disability, deaf-blindness, or multiple disabilities, and who, by reason thereof, needs special education and related services.
What is a 504 Plan?
This plan details how a student with a disability or impairment will receive a free and appropriate education.
Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act is a federal law that ensures that students with disabilities or impairments have services and accommodations that allow them to access school activities and curriculum. It is a Civil Rights Law that ensures a student is not discriminated against due to their disability.
What is an Individual Education Plan (IEP)?
This plan details how a student with a disability or impairment will receive a free and appropriate education. This also includes goals and objectives, and identifies the academic setting in which the student receives their special education services.
The Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) is a federal law that ensures that a school meets the needs of a student with a specific disability so that they make adequate academic progress based on what they know and can learn. This includes an Individual Education Plan (IEP) that stipulates goals, accommodations and related services. It’s like the blueprint for helping a student make progress.
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