Family Advocacy

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Developing nuanced and well-researched educational frameworks targeting both cognitive and non-cognitive outcomes, and creating and reviewing multimedia educational content against specified learning objectives.

Lead the alignment of curricula and content with intended project outcomes, working closely with the project developers to support iterative project improvements

Development of content, and production of a wide variety of materials.

Translate research and theoretical information into practical ideas and activities for parents, providers/professionals, and kids.

We ARE the accountability

S.P.A.R.K. assists families all over the Country

Navigating the special education system can be a daunting task. Public education for many kids comes easy, and is a perfect fit. However, when a child does not fit into the “cookie cutter” schools expect, public education becomes an entirely different animal. When parents of students with disabilities begin this “journey” most just trust the people in the education system to do what they are educated and paid to do, only to find out that often it just does not happen. Sometimes, it is not malicious, but out of ignorance. Nonetheless, parents are the “IEP” (Individualized Education Program) or “Special Education” police. We ARE the accountability and often must educate the educators. S.P.A.R.K. is positioned to support families all around the country.

Contact us if:

  • You want support at an I.E.P. meeting
  • You’re looking for tutoring or Compensatory Education services
  • You need help reading or interpreting what’s detailed in an I.E.P.

SPARK Can Help You

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Prepare for and accompany you to IEP meetings, assisting in facilitating effective communication with school personnel.

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Understand accommodations, evidence based practices and behavior plans.

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Understand SMART IEP Goals (SPECIFIC MEASURABLE ACTION WORDS REALISTIC AND TIME SPECIFIC).

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Understand your student’s test scores/evaluations.

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Access and understand your child’s regular and special education records.

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Become your child’s best advocate.

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Understand progress or lack of it-is your student’s program helping him?

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Understand your student’s special education and civil rights.

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Assist you in advocating for an appropriate IEP or 504 for your student.

NOTE:

The purpose of this website is to provide information to parents of children with disabilities. We have taken every precaution to provide current and accurate information. However, SPARK’s practitioners are not attorneys, do not have a law degrees, and are not members of the Bar, and any information contained in this website should not be construed as legal advice.

Parents may wish to speak with an attorney on important legal issues.