Special Education Advocacy

Special Education Advocacy

As a trusted IEP advocate, we guide families through every step of the 504 and IEP process. Let’s work together, turning challenges into achievements- one IEP & 504 at a time.

As a trusted IEP advocate, we guide families through every step of the 504 and IEP process. Let’s work together, turning challenges into achievements- one IEP & 504 at a time.

They have an IEP. Now what?

I need an advocate. What do I ask?

"I promise inspirational moments, practical strategies, short-term wins, and long-term progress. I can't wait to help you get started."

-April Rehrig

special education advocate, Founder of Rise

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WORKSHOPS

ADVOCACY SERVICES

SHOP

RESOURCES

Feeling lost and overwhelmed about IEPs or 504s?

You're not alone. Say goodbye to endless online searches and confusing advice. Welcome to a place of clarity and direction!

Transform your child's educational experience with our strength-based approach to disability support. April, a special education advocate with over two decades of experience as a school psychologist, parent, and educator, offers advocacy services, specialized training, and tailored workshops.

Benefit from special education advocacy, combining best practices with effective, proven strategies. Now, more than ever, it's time to ensure your child not only copes but thrives in their educational journey. Join us to make a meaningful difference in your child's future!

Special Education Advocacy IEP Workshops

Does your child need testing?

In less than a day, learn how to...

Communicate effectively.
Start the testing process; no more waiting.
Understand every step of the process.
Know how to write professional letters.
Feel completely prepared for every meeting.

Need to understand evaluations?

In less than a day, learn how to...

Scan reports fast.
Understand what scores mean.
Get the right support and services.
Connect report to IEPs.
Feel completely in control for every meeting.

Is your school not listening at IEPs?

In less than a day, learn how to...

Clearly communicate with schools.
Meaningfully participate at IEPs.
Know what to ask for & how to get it.
Write professional letters and reports.
Feel confident and secure at the table.

Does your child need testing?

In less than a day, learn how to...

Communicate effectively.
Start the testing process, no more waiting.
Understand every step of the process.
Know how to write professional letters.
Feel completely prepared for every meeting.

GET STARTED

Need to understand evaluations?

In less than a day, learn how to...

Scan reports fast.
Understand what scores mean.
Get the right support and services.
Connect report to IEPs.
Feel completely in control, for every meeting.

GET STARTED

Is your school not listening at IEPs?

In less than a day, learn how to...

Clearly communicate with schools.
Meaningfully participate at IEPs.
Know what to ask for & how to get it.
Write professional letters and reports.
Feel confident and secure at the table.

GET STARTED

IEP Meetings

Want better IEP meetings?

In less than a day, learn how to...

Understand what IEPs should look like.
Clearly communicate requests or responses with teams.
Have a strategic plan before, during, and after meetings.
Feel completely confident and secure at the table.

GET STARTED

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Together, we can Build a Better IEP^®️!

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Group and Individual Coaching

Workshops

We offer in-person or virtual workshops to groups and organizations. 1/2 or full day trainings are available.

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Individual Coaching Services

Choose between in-depth, 1:1 coaching paid by the hour or a pre-priced IEP strategy package. Offered both in-person and virtual.

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