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Have questions about your child's IEP or school situation? Email me directly — it's the fastest way to reach me — and we can set up a free 20-minute call to talk through your options.
dave@ferrellspecialed.com
You have rights — and knowing how to use them makes all the difference. I work one-on-one with parents and caregivers to help you:
Understand what your child's IEP actually says
Identify gaps in services, goals, or supports
Know what questions to ask — and what to push back on
Walk into your next school meeting prepared and confident
Fees are based on the scope of your situation. Contact me for a free 20-minute intro call.
School records, evaluations, and assessment reports are dense and full of jargon. I review your documents and deliver a plain-language written summary covering:
What the records say in plain English
What's missing or inconsistent
What questions to bring to your next meeting
Next steps based on your child's situation
Flat-fee service. Contact me for a quote based on your documents.
A 60-minute coaching session ahead of your meeting, plus a written prep summary with questions and points to raise.Empower your workforce to innovate together and deliver measurable growth.
For ongoing support or anything beyond the packages above, billed in 30-minute increments.
$150 per hour
I offer group sessions for parent organizations, support groups, and community organizations. Topics include:
How the IEP process works — step by step
Your rights under IDEA and California law
How to advocate effectively for your child
What to do when you disagree with the school
Available in-person throughout Orange County or virtually. Contact me to discuss your group.
Your child deserves the right support. I'll help you get it.
I'm a special education consultant serving families throughout Orange County. I help parents understand their rights, navigate the IEP process, and advocate effectively for their child.
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IEP meetings move fast and the paperwork is dense. This free packet gives you the questions to ask, the rights to know, and a checklist to use before and after — so you can show up as the informed team member your child needs.