What we do
Every family deserves an expert in their corner
From your first IEP meeting to long-term advocacy, we provide the guidance, support, and expertise families in the Lake Tahoe region need to secure the education their child deserves.
We offer a free initial consultation — no pressure, just a conversation about where you are and how we can help. From there, services are available per-meeting or hourly, so you only pay for what you need.
IEP Meeting Support
IEP meetings can feel overwhelming — especially when you're the only non-educator in the room. We attend alongside you, help you understand what's being proposed, ask the right questions, and ensure your child's needs are fully represented. You'll never sit at that table alone.
- Pre-meeting preparation and goal review
- In-person or virtual attendance
- Real-time guidance and note-taking
- Post-meeting debrief and next steps
Document Review & Guidance
IEP documents, evaluations, and placement decisions are dense with legal and educational jargon. We review everything with you — translating the language into clear, plain-English understanding so you can make informed decisions about your child's education.
- Full IEP document review and annotation
- Evaluation and assessment interpretation
- Goal appropriateness analysis
- Placement and service recommendations review
Family Advocacy Coaching
The best advocate for your child is you — and we'll help you become one. Our coaching sessions equip you with the knowledge, language, and confidence to navigate the IEP process independently, so you're prepared for every meeting, every year.
- Understanding IDEA and your child's legal rights
- How to communicate effectively with school teams
- Preparing questions and documentation
- Building a long-term advocacy strategy
School District Communication
Navigating communication with school districts can be frustrating and confusing. We help you draft clear, effective written communications — requests for evaluations, responses to proposals, and formal correspondence — ensuring your voice is heard professionally and on the record.
- Drafting evaluation and re-evaluation requests
- Responding to Prior Written Notices (PWN)
- Written communication strategy and review
- Documentation and record-keeping guidance
Transition Planning
As students approach adulthood, the IEP must include a transition plan for post-secondary life — college, vocational training, employment, and independent living. We help families understand transition requirements and advocate for a plan that truly prepares their child for what comes next.
- Post-secondary goal development and review
- Transition service identification
- Agency linkage and community resource connections
- Self-advocacy skill development for students
Due Process & Dispute Resolution
When the school district and your family can't reach agreement, you have legal rights and formal options. We help you understand the dispute resolution process — mediation, state complaints, and due process hearings — and support you in navigating these critical steps.
- Understanding your dispute resolution options
- State complaint filing guidance
- Mediation preparation and support
- Due process hearing preparation (referral to legal counsel when needed)
Transparent pricing
Flexible support for every family
We believe every family should have access to expert advocacy. Our pricing is straightforward — start with a free consultation, then choose the support level that fits your situation.
Free Consultation
A no-pressure conversation to understand your situation, answer your questions, and determine how we can best support your family.
- 30-minute phone or video call
- Review of your current situation
- Honest assessment of how we can help
- No obligation to continue
Hourly Support
Flexible, as-needed support for families who need guidance on specific questions, document reviews, or occasional meeting attendance.
- Document review and guidance
- Phone and email consultation
- IEP meeting attendance
- School district communication drafting
Meeting Support
Full preparation and in-person or virtual attendance for a single IEP meeting — our most requested service for families facing an upcoming meeting.
- Pre-meeting document review
- Meeting preparation session
- In-person or virtual attendance
- Post-meeting debrief and action plan
Pricing shown is a starting rate. Complex cases, travel outside the immediate Tahoe area, and due process support may be quoted separately. Contact us for a personalized estimate.
Not sure where to start?
That's exactly what the free consultation is for. Tell us where you are, and we'll help you figure out the next step.