Our services

Comprehensive Special Education Advocacy Services

At Advocating 4 Fair Education, we know how overwhelming the school system can feel. We are here to stand by your side and make the IEP and 504 process simple, clear, and stress-free.

From reviewing school records to writing powerful concern letters and sitting with you at school meetings, we ensure your child's voice is heard and their needs are met. Together, we will partner with your school to build a positive, supportive plan that helps your child thrive and feel successful.

Virtual Meeting Attendance

You never have to sit at the IEP table alone again. We attend eligibility, annual review, and triennial meetings with you (virtually or in person) to ensure the school team listens to your concerns and respects your rights.

School Evaluations and Eligibility

School psych reports and standardized testing data can look like a different language. We break down the "nitty-gritty" data into plain English so you actually understand your child’s scores, diagnoses, and learning style.

IEP and 504 plan review and coaching

If you already have a plan in place but aren't sure it's working, we will review your child's current IEP or 504 plan from top to bottom. We look for missing accommodations, weak goals, and areas where your child needs more support.

One-on-One Parent Strategy Sessions

If you want to advocate for your child yourself but just need a game plan, we offer private coaching sessions. We will help you organize your talking points, understand your rights under IDEA, and walk into your meeting with total confidence.

Behavior & Discipline Support

If your child is facing school discipline or suspension related to their disability, we step in to support you through Manifestation Determination Reviews (MDRs) and help advocate for positive behavior plans.

Supporting Goal Creation and Measurablity

We help craft meaningful, measurable goals that are tailored to your child's specific academic or social-emotional needs.

Drafting Parent Input & Vision Statements

Your perspective is the most important part of the IEP. We take your raw notes and worries and transform them into professional, legally backed "Parent Concerns" letters that force the school to document and address your goals.

Creating a Document Trail

In special education, if it isn't in writing, it didn't happen. We help you organize and track every evaluation request, email, and conversation. This keeps the school accountable to legal timelines and creates a clear record that protects your child’s rights.

Fair Education

When we talk about a "Fair Education," we aren't talking about treating every student the exact same way. True fairness in special education means giving each child the specific tools, pacing, and environment they need to feel successful.

A fair education means:

Strengths Over Gaps: Focusing on what your child can do, and using their passions—whether it's humor, creativity, or a deep visual memory—to drive their learning.

Being Understood, Not Managed: Looking past a behavior report or a low test score to uncover the root cause of a struggle, like sensory overload or corporate masking.

True Inclusion: Ensuring that accommodations aren’t just written on a piece of paper, but are consistently executed in the classroom so your child can fully belong.

An Equal Seat at the Table: Empowering you, the parent, with the data and confidence needed to ensure the school team hears your voice and honors your child's legal rights.

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Our services are tailored to address every school challenge with precision.

From personal consultations to meeting representation, our advocates offer tailored solutions that meet your child's unique needs.

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Meet our team

Driven by experience, guided by empathy, and completely committed to your family.

Lisa Stewart M.Ed.
Founder of Advocating 4 Fair Education and Passionate Advocate

Lisa has a BS in Education and spent years teaching in co-taught inclusive classrooms meeting the needs of every student.

As a dyslexic she has a unique perspective of navigating school while struggling to keep up with the reading material.

She has three children with ADHD, but her youngest has a complex profile that includes ASD, Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, Dyscalculia, SPD, and APD. When her youngest was in 2nd grade and still not reading she decided to take matters into her own hands and become certified in the Orton-Gillingham Method of reading instruction. She completed a Master's Degree in Behavior and her advocacy specializes in Behavior, Emotional Disabilities, Social Skills, Executive Functioning, and Learning Disabilities.

Elle Sanderson
Advocate and OCR/DoE Complaint Specialist

Elle brings a rare combination of personal grit, systematic organization, and deep empathy to the Advocating 4 Fair Education team. As a proud military spouse and a mom of four—including a child with complex medical and neurodivergent needs—Elle understands exactly how isolating it can feel to sit at the IEP table alone.

Elle’s approach centers entirely around "data and heart." Rather than relying on emotional conflict, she focuses on creating meticulous document paper trails, tracking legal timelines, and using objective data to secure robust student supports. Highly collaborative, professional, and calm under pressure, Elle is fiercely committed to ensuring that every student is truly understood, safely accommodated, and treated with absolute dignity.

Nick Recentes,
Advocacy Support

Nick brings an blend of goal-oriented drive, systematic organization, and deep empathy to the Advocating 4 Fair Education team. As a former preschool teacher for neurodivergent students, Nick understands first hand the beautiful complexities of supporting diverse learners and navigating their unique developmental needs. She believes that life's challenges are not weaknesses, but exactly where a child's resilience and unique light shine through.

Nick’s approach beautifully balances "structure and heart." She is a highly collaborative, proactive, member of the team; and is fiercely committed to ensuring that every family feels deeply understood, supported, and celebrated for their unique strengths.

Discover our commitment to education and our dedication to delivering results.

Our team of dedicated advocacy professionals brings together years of experience and expertise in diverse areas of Special Education. Each member is committed to providing personalized, results-driven service, ensuring that your your child's needs are handled with the utmost care and precision.

From skilled advocates to knowledgeable support staff, we work collaboratively to protect your rights and achieve the best outcomes for your your child's educational journey.

What types of students do you support?

We support all K-12 students who learn differently, struggle in school, or need extra support to thrive. Whether your child has an official diagnosis, a suspected need, or complex challenges, we are here to help. We frequently support students with:

Learning Disabilities: Such as Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, or Dyscalculia.
ADHD & Executive Functioning Challenges: Difficulties with focus, organization, memory, or time management.
Autism Spectrum Disorders & Neurodivergence: Navigating social, academic, and sensory environments.
Speech, Language, & Communication Delays: Ensuring effective communication accommodations are built into the plan.
Social, Emotional, & Mental Health Needs: Supporting students facing anxiety, depression, trauma, or school avoidance.
Behavioral Challenges: Helping craft positive behavior intervention plans (BIPs) that protect and teach your child, rather than just manage them.
Feeding, Safety, & Sensory Needs: Supporting children who face medical, physical, swallowing, or severe sensory challenges during lunchtime or snacks. We help ensure that feeding evaluations and therapy are written directly into the IEP when eating impacts their safety or access to the school day.
Students with Complex or Misunderstood Needs: Providing strong advocacy for high-needs students to ensure they receive true, meaningful classroom inclusion ("proximity with purpose") rather than being isolated or placed in restrictive settings without a clear data-driven plan.
Highly Mobile & Military Families (PCS Transitions): Specializing in helping military and relocating families transition school services seamlessly. We make sure your child’s IEP or 504 plan travels with you across district or state lines perfectly, so essential services don't get lost in the shuffle.

How do I schedule a consultation?

You can schedule a consultation by clicking on the link below and setting up a 20-minute consultation.

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What can I expect during my first consultation?

Think of your initial consultation as a safe, judgment-free space to catch your breath. During this session, we will:

Listen to your story: You tell us what has been happening at school, what you are worried about, and what your goals are for your child.
Identify urgent deadlines: We will review any upcoming IEP meetings, evaluation timelines, or school disputes.
Map out a game plan: We will give you a clear, step-by-step roadmap of how we can work together to get your child the support they deserve.

How do you determine fees?

Our fees are determined by the specific scope of support your family needs:

Comprehensive: This is a minimum of a one year contract that is paid at the same monthly rate. No ups and down, just consistent support and billing. It includes so much of the heavy lifting. We will ensure the documentation is in place, attend 5 school meetings a year, meet with you to create a plan, and keep track of what should be coming and review it all.
By the Hour: For ongoing, support by the hour you will provide a retainer for the equivalent of 3 hours of service, then are invoiced each month for services used. When our time together is through the retainer will be used to cover your final invoice and any unused portion returned to you.
Individual Services: You can also book just consultation sessions or letter writing in a variety of ways.

Our goal is always to support you in the way that works best for you.