How I can help
I established Northeast Education Advocacy with the desire to help students of all ages succeed in academics and life activities and to feel confident in themselves and their abilities. Located in eastern Connecticut, we are open to helping all individuals in any location.
The Individuals with Disabilities Act (IDEA) provides protection to students with disabilities to ensure that their abilities are matched with the support and services needed, allowing each individual to soar in achieving success in all areas of life.
Northeast Education Advocacy provides a range of services to individuals and families seeking advice, assistance and support.
Why work with an Advocate?
We all need support, advice and guidance when it comes to our own education as adults or the education and daily living activities of our children. We often find ourselves seeking answers. We need to know:
What help is available to me or my child?
What are my legal rights?
Who in the school system do you contact?
What is the process for requesting services?
How should I respond when the school administrator tells me not to be concerned about my child's progress?
What are the differences between 504 services and special education services?
How will my child be evaluated?
What is an IEP? (Individualized Education Plan)
What is a PPT (Planning and Placement Team) and who attends these meetings?
Can someone attend a PPT or 504 meeting as the child's advocate?
Getting started
An initial phone call may help you clarify your questions and a listening ear may allay your concerns. I am available to take that first call and offer assistance. Call me at 860-604-8872 or email at northeasteducationadvocacy@gmail.com.