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Navigating Special Education Can Be Hard, But It Doesn’t Have To Be
Lauren Robinson of Mind Motives Consulting is here to support you and your child or students.
Meet Lauren Robinson
Professional Special Education Consultant, Coach, and Advocate
In my 20 years as an educator with a specific focus on Social-Emotional learning and Special Education, I have supported many students who have a variety of needs and backgrounds, including Autism, ADD/ADHD and Dyslexia. I know that the process of receiving a diagnosis, developing annual plans, monitoring progress, and providing day-to-day tutoring can be overwhelming.
As a passionate advocate for special ed students, their parents, and teachers, I am here to help you.
Guidance for All Involved = Student Success
I have been able to view educational processes through many lenses as a teacher, administrator, and advocate. I am also the parent of a child with high needs. As a result, I am able to provide holistic and practical guidance. Support for students, parents, and educators through the special education process is critical for optimal student outcomes.
Experienced Teacher
What I value the most about being an educator is helping students to identify and build on their strengths. For me, the reward happens in those lightbulb moments when a student is able to trust themselves enough to get through a challenging problem.
My ultimate goal is to create learning experiences that encourage children and youth to have a sense of agency, healthy community engagement, and a strong sense of self.
Why Educators Should Hire Mind Motives Consulting
With 20 years of experience, I bring a holistic approach to teaching and learning by:
- modeling best practice approaches to learning
- introducing activities that are actionable, job-embedded, differentiated
- developing educators’ technical and adaptive skills over time
Massachusetts Based, Available Nationwide
I support families and educators in and around the greater Boston area. I can also consult remotely.
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.
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Working with Lauren I have been able to have some really insightful conversations. She has been a tremendous support in providing me with proper language and guidelines when advocating for some of my higher need students, whether it was behaviorally or academically. —...
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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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