Navigate special education disagreements with ease using our expert Mediation Services. Reach amicable solutions that prioritize your child's educational needs, without escalating to formal disputes.
Facilitates constructive dialogue between families and school teams.
Offers expert guidance to reach mutually acceptable solutions.
Avoids formal dispute processes, saving time and fostering trust.
Experience a smoother path to resolution with expert mediation services that prioritize the unique needs of your child, ensuring they receive the support they deserve.
This service is designed for parents who need support preparing for and participating in a mediation meeting involving special education services, evaluations, placement decisions, accommodations, behavioral supports, or other educational concerns.
This service includes:
Pre-mediation strategy session
Educational record and documentation review
Identification of key concerns and priorities
Development of parent talking points and discussion goals
Meeting preparation and planning
Attendance and advocacy support during the mediation meeting
Follow-up summary and recommendations
Should you decide to proceed with a comprehensive advocacy package following your session, the fee for this service will be credited towards your selected package.
Michelle Velazquez is not an attorney and will not be acting as a legal representative for the parents. All final decisions rest exclusively with the parent and the school district. All recommendations regarding special education services, accommodations, supports, and 504 Plan considerations are based on professional experience, training, and expertise.
Before embarking on the daunting task of formal proceedings, find peace and resolution with our expertly guided service tailored to overcoming special education challenges.
Personalized guidance on special education services for effective support.
Expert assistance in resolving communication disputes and procedural safeguards.
Empowers families to address concerns before pursuing formal proceedings.
Imagine the relief and confidence you'll feel by being empowered with the knowledge and strategies needed to advocate for your child's education. Our service ensures that you're never alone in navigating the complexities of special education.
This service includes:
Includes 2 hours of advocacy services with attendance at ONE meeting.
20-minute pre-meeting strategy session
Review of educational records and supporting documentation
Identification of compliance concerns and unresolved issues (Internal review ONLY)
Development of discussion points and 2-3 desired resolution outcomes for the next 90 instructional days
Preparation of parent questions and supporting evidence
Post-meeting summary and next-step recommendations.
Should you decide to proceed with a comprehensive advocacy package following your session, the fee for this service will be credited towards your selected package.
Michelle Velazquez is not an attorney and will not be acting as a legal representative for the parents. All final decisions rest exclusively with the parent and the school district. All recommendations regarding special education services, accommodations, supports, and 504 Plan considerations are based on professional experience, training, and expertise.
A Manifestation Determination Review (MDR) is a critical meeting that determines whether a student's behavior was related to their disability or the school's implementation of supports and services. Proper preparation can significantly impact the outcome of the meeting and the protections available to the student.
Ensure your child's education isn't hindered by misconceptions. Our MDR service expertly clarifies behavioral connections, providing pivotal support for students with learning disabilities.
Empower your child's educational journey with clarity and confidence, ensuring they receive the support they deserve. Make informed decisions that positively impact both learning and personal growth.
✔ Pre-meeting strategy session
✔ Review of disciplinary records and incident documentation
✔ Review of the student's IEP, 504 Plan, Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP), and relevant evaluations
✔ Identification of disability-related factors, accommodations, and support concerns
✔ Development of parent questions and discussion points
✔ Meeting preparation and planning
✔ Advocacy support during the MDR meeting
✔ Post-meeting summary and recommendations
Facing a suspension, expulsion, or disciplinary change in placement
Concerned that disability-related needs contributed to the behavior
Unsure whether accommodations and supports were properly implemented
Seeking guidance through the MDR process
Wanting to ensure the student's rights are protected throughout disciplinary proceedings
Should you decide to proceed with a comprehensive advocacy package following your session, the fee for this service will be credited towards your selected package.
Michelle Velazquez is not an attorney and will not be acting as a legal representative for the parents. All final decisions rest exclusively with the parent and the school district. All advice and suggestions for student special education & 504 plan adjustments are based on professional experience and expertise.
Support for families seeking to understand behavioral concerns, identify underlying factors, and develop effective school-based supports.
An FBA and BIP work together to identify why behaviors are occurring and establish strategies, accommodations, interventions, and supports that help students successfully access their education.
✔ Expert guidance to enhance educational access and address challenging behaviors effectively.
✔Supportive tools and accommodations ensure personalized and sustainable student success.
✔Review of educational records, evaluations, and supporting documentation
✔ Review of behavior data, incident reports, disciplinary records, and progress monitoring data
✔ Analysis of existing accommodations, supports, and interventions
✔ Review of the Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) and/or Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)
✔ Identification of implementation concerns, data gaps, and support needs
✔ Parent consultation and strategy session
✔ Development of questions, recommendations, and discussion points for the school team
✔ Attendance and advocacy support during FBA/BIP meetings
✔ Post-meeting summary and recommendations
Requesting an FBA or BIP for the first time
Experiencing recurring behavioral concerns at school
Concerned about suspensions, disciplinary actions, or classroom removals
Questioning whether current interventions are effective
Seeking stronger behavioral, sensory, executive functioning, or regulation supports
Reviewing or revising an existing Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP)
Should you decide to proceed with a comprehensive advocacy package following your session, the fee for this service will be credited towards your selected package.
Michelle Velazquez is not an attorney and will not be acting as a legal representative for the parents. All final decisionsrest exclusively with the parent and the school district. All recommendations regarding special education services, accommodations, supports, and 504 Plan considerations are based on professional experience, training, and expertise.
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