COASTAL EDUCATION ADVOCACY ~~~ Joann Lebherz Educational Advocate
Advocating for Students from Boston to Cape Cod and the Islands, as well as remotely in all of Massachusetts.
Advocating for Students from Boston to Cape Cod and the Islands, as well as remotely in all of Massachusetts.
I’ve been there.....
As a parent, parent group leader, and advocate,
I’ve seen otherwise happy kids come home from school frustrated or upset.
Avoiding reading or homework, and going to school. Getting into trouble. Leaving class. Acting “sick”.
My phone calls to the school, guidance, vice-principal, and many teacher phone calls....went on deaf ears.
Like you, I did the research. On the internet. Talked to other parents.
The special education terminology was confusing. They spoke in Acronyms, and standard scores, T-scores and I was lost, the process – exhausting. My two oldest children had IEP's for differnet reasons. The whole special education process was confusing, and honestly with three rambunctious kids at home I didn't have time, besides trying to work. I only wish someone explained to me what my rights were as a parent of children with special needs....
The Evaluation process was lengthy and time consuming with the School District, finally my pediatrician referred me to a neuropsychologist. I honestly didn't know what they did. Finally, a diagnosis for my two oldest and I began to understand with these difficult diagnoses, I had to educate myself. The evaluations
were difficult to understand so I sought help from a friend who had just begun her educational advocacy business many, many years ago. Immediately the School District Special Education staff offered supports and services I did not realize were available. There were no more statements of,
“Every child is different”. “They’ll catch up”. “They’ll grow out of it”. “We’re providing lots of support”.
My two children made progress because of the help of my amazing friend the advocate.
When my kids finally received what they needed, it was magic and relief.
With the right interventions, my frustrated kids closed the gap, built skills and gained confidence.
Now, I would like to help you advocate for your children!
WE ARE POST COVID, AND THE EDUCATIONAL SYSTEM IN MASSACHSUSETTS WILL NEVER BE THE SAME. STUDENTS ARE STRUGGLING. SCHOOL DISTRICTS ARE MISSING TEACHERS, RELATED SERVICE PROVIDERS AND ADMINSISTRATION. PLEASE CALL ME AND WE CAN DISCUSS YOUR CHILD'S SPECIFIC NEEDS AND HOW I CAN HELP.
The IEP process can be very overwhelming and confusing. I will provide you with information to better understand the special education process.
As an Educational advocate I will champion for your child from pre-school to high school and transitioning to adulthood. I will thoroughly and carefully review all your child's educational and medical records, which may include Neuropsychological, School Evaluations, Medical Records, Progress Reports and Report Cards. Respecting your visi
As an Educational advocate I will champion for your child from pre-school to high school and transitioning to adulthood. I will thoroughly and carefully review all your child's educational and medical records, which may include Neuropsychological, School Evaluations, Medical Records, Progress Reports and Report Cards. Respecting your vision for your child and mediating with the school on your behalf based on your child's individual special needs. Your child IS entitled to FAPE, free and appropriate public education
Knowledge is key for parents in learning about special education laws and procedures. We provide new clients an information package on Basic Rights in Special Education and Important Resources for their child, based upon disability.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO KNOW!
Knowledge is key for parents in learning about special education laws and procedures. We provide new clients an information package on Basic Rights in Special Education and Important Resources for their child, based upon disability.
IMPORTANT INFORMATION TO KNOW!
THERE ARE FOURTEEN DISABILITIES UNDER IDEA
SERVICES PROVIDED:
SERVICES PROVIDED:
SOCIAL SERVICES
Joann has over twenty years of experience implementing IEP's and 504 Plans. She has three children that had varying disabilities and significant health concerns. She is adept at reviewing and researching IEP's and 504 Plans. Joann can assist client's with the laborious state forms that have to be completed. Such as Mass. Health, Developmental Disability Service forms (DDS) and Department of Mental Health Forms and SSI forms. She has found this service to be very helpful for an overwhelmed parent. Joann has a strong referral network of specialists, and state departments---Neuropsychologists, JRI, Youth Villages, Baycove, Baycoast, Neurologists, ABA Service Providers, ARC, PPAL, MRC, DDS, DPH, DCF, DMH, Mental Health therapists, pediatricians, CBT , DBT providers.
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
Joann is a Temple University Graduate, currently pursuing her Graduate Certification in Language Based Disorders. Continued CEU's in special education training sessions at FCSN, NESCA, DDS, COPPA, SPAN, PPAL, Childrens Behavioral Health and Complex Trauma Workshops, to stay up to date on ever-changing Special Education Laws and new pediatric medical research.
PROFESSIONAL ASSOCIATIONS
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Please be advised we are not attorneys and cannot represent you in court. If you feel that the School District has is in non-compliance in educational law we can assist you in filing with Problem Resolution System/DESE.
2 Sarah Lawrence Road, Sandwich, Massachusetts 02563, United States
Monday-Friday for Appointments and Meetings Scheduled (8am - 3:00pm)
Saturday & Sunday: Closed
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