Welcome

Harmony Special Education Advocates is dedicated to helping families navigate the world of special education and related services. 

Utilizing a common sense, collaborative, knowledge-based approach, I strive to ensure that your child is provided access to an educational program that is appropriate, effective, and truly meets his or her individualized needs. 

I encourage a team approach inclusive of school personnel and family members alike. With more than 30 years experience working within the special education system, I bring a level of professionalism and in-depth knowledge that makes for effective planning and development of services and supports for your child.

Do You Need A Special Education Advocate?

The Role of A Special Education Advocate
Is your child struggling in school but you’re not sure why?

Do you need help interpreting your child’s educational evaluations and determining how the results should shape his or her education program?

Are you wondering if the school placement is the most appropriate one?
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How can you tell if your child is making progress?

Are you unsure whether the school is providing all the services that your child needs to be successful? 
As an experienced professional advocate I work with you at all stages of your journey through the special education system.  An professional advocate is usually someone who has a special education degree, has a child or other family member with special needs, or has worked in a related field. 

Special education advocates facilitate collaboration and ask questions with the common goal of securing the best possible education for your child. Through a team approach, advocates facilitate the IEP process, to support parents and teachers in addressing your child's disability and how it affects their ability to be educated.

​Note that a special education advocate is not typically a licensed, practicing attorney, but is well versed in the special education laws and regulations of the districts, as well as the Federal and State education laws.

What We Do

Documentation review
Communicate with school personnel
Attend meetings
Recommend educational services
Provide agency and community information
Provide guidance for the transition to life after high school