Special Education Advocate & Accommodations Coach serving families virtually
Stop Fighting the School System Alone
You've been to the meetings. You've asked the questions. Your child is still struggling, and the school keeps saying "we're doing everything we can."
Here's what they're not telling you: Most parents don't know what to ask for, how to ask for it, or when the school is legally required to provide it.
Darcy Thrapp, Special Education Advocate
For over 20 years, I've worked inside the special education system as a teacher, program coordinator, and specialist. I've seen what works, what doesn't, and exactly how schools operate from the inside. Now I use that knowledge to help parents like you navigate the system and secure the services your child deserves.
Whether your child has autism, ADHD, learning disabilities, hearing impairments, or other special needs, from mild to moderate to severe and profound disabilities, I'll guide you through every step of the advocacy process.
Special Education Advocacy
So you've discovered that your child has special needs or needs accommodations to thrive in the classroom. Maybe the teachers have even talked about it with you. Darcy will walk you through the process and give you the knowledge to get your children the support that they deserve.
How I Help Families Get Started:
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Know Your Rights: I'll explain special education laws in plain English so you understand exactly what your child is entitled to
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Evaluation Process: I'll guide you through requesting evaluations and understanding what they mean for your child's needs
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IEP/504 Setup: I'll help you navigate the creation of your child's first IEP or 504 plan with appropriate goals and services
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Meeting Support: I'll coach you on what to expect and help you ask the right questions to secure proper documentation
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Strategic Planning: Together, we'll develop action plans that get results from your school district and establish your child's services
Accommodations Coaching
Your child already has an IEP or 504 plan, but you're not seeing the results you hoped for. Maybe the school says they're implementing everything correctly, but you're still seeing struggles at home or your child is telling you different. I'll help you figure out what accommodations will actually make a difference for your child's specific needs and ensure they're being used effectively both at school and at home over the long term.
How I Help Optimize Existing Services:
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Identify What Works: Using my classroom experience, I'll help determine which specific accommodations and modifications your child actually needs to succeed
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Implementation Support: I'll work with you to ensure accommodations are being properly used and consistently implemented across all settings and identify any red-flags in the systems.
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Progress Monitoring: We'll track effectiveness over time and adjust strategies as your child grows and changes
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Ongoing Advocacy: I'll teach you the skills to advocate effectively for updates and changes, building your confidence for future challenges
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Home Support: I'll help you extend accommodations to your home environment for homework and daily routines while building your child's ability to understand and communicate their own needs.
I'll Be Your Communication Bridge
Having worked in multiple school districts and systems, I understand how administrators and teachers think. I'll help you communicate with school staff in ways that get positive responses and build collaborative relationships.
Ready to Become Your Child's Best Advocate?
Every child deserves an education that meets their unique needs. With the right support and advocacy, your child can succeed in school and beyond.
Contact me today to discuss your child's situation and learn how I can help.