It Takes a Village

Special Education Consulting & Advocacy Services

Stronger Together. Brighter Futures.

Our Mission

At It Takes a Village, LLC, our mission is to empower families of children with disabilities by providing compassionate advocacy, expert guidance, and personalized support throughout their educational journey. We believe every child deserves access to an equitable, inclusive, and high-quality education, and every family deserves to feel informed, confident, and heard.Through collaboration, education, and advocacy, we partner with families, schools, and communities to build meaningful relationships that promote student success. We are committed to transforming uncertainty into confidence, ensuring parents have the knowledge, resources, and support they need to advocate effectively for their children.Because we believe that when families are empowered and communities work together, every child has the opportunity to reach their fullest potential. It truly takes a village.

Our Services

Special Education Advocacy & Consultation

We help families understand their rights and navigate the special education process with confidence. Our advocates work alongside families to ensure students receive appropriate supports and services.

Services Include:

  • IEP and 504 Plan review

  • Special education rights consultation

  • Educational records review

  • Parent advocacy coaching

  • School communication support

  • Dispute resolution support

ARD/IEP Meeting Support

Attend meetings with an experienced advocate by your side.

Services Include:

  • Pre-meeting preparation

  • Review of proposed goals and accommodations

  • Meeting attendance (virtual or in-person)

  • Parent concern development

  • Post-meeting action plans

  • Follow-up support

Parent Coaching & Training

Empowering parents to become effective advocates for their children.

Topics Include:

  • Understanding special education law

  • Navigating the IEP process

  • Understanding evaluations and assessments

  • Building collaborative relationships with schools

  • Behavior and discipline supports

  • Transition planning

Educational Record Review

A comprehensive review of your child's educational records to identify strengths, concerns, and recommendations.

Documents Reviewed:

  • IEPs

  • Evaluation reports

  • Progress reports

  • Behavior plans

  • Report cards

  • Assessment data

Evaluation & Assessment Consultation

Helping families understand educational and psychological evaluations.

Services Include:

  • Review of evaluation reports

  • Explanation of testing results

  • Eligibility determination guidance

  • Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) consultation

  • Recommendations for next steps

Autism Support Services

Specialized support for families of children with autism.

Services Include:

  • Autism-specific educational planning

  • School support recommendations

  • Parent training

  • Community resource navigation

  • Transition planning

Behavior Support Consultation

Helping families understand and address behavioral challenges in educational settings.

Services Include:

  • Functional Behavior Assessment (FBA) review

  • Behavior Intervention Plan (BIP) review

  • School discipline consultation

  • Positive behavior support strategies

Transition Planning Services

Preparing students for life after high school.

Services Include:

  • Postsecondary planning

  • College accommodations support

  • Vocational planning

  • Independent living resources

  • Adult services navigation

  • Guardianship and supported decision-making guidance

Special Education Consulting Packages

🌱 Village Starter Package

Perfect for families who need guidance and direction.

  • 60-minute consultation

  • Review of one IEP, 504 Plan, or evaluation report

  • Written summary of recommendations

  • Email support for 14 days

  • Resource guide tailored to your child's needs

Best For:
Families new to special education, preparing for their first IEP meeting, or seeking a second opinion.

🌿 Village Advocate Package

Comprehensive support for families navigating the special education process.

  • 90-minute consultation

  • Comprehensive review of educational records

  • IEP goal and accommodation recommendations

  • ARD/IEP meeting preparation session

  • Parent concern letter development

  • Meeting strategy plan

  • Email and phone support for 30 days

Best For:
Families preparing for annual reviews, reevaluations, eligibility meetings, or needing assistance advocating for services.

🌳 Village Partner Package

Full-service advocacy and support throughout the IEP process.

  • Comprehensive records review

  • Two strategy sessions

  • Parent advocacy coaching

  • Development of parent concerns and questions

  • Attendance at one ARD/IEP meeting (virtual)

  • Post-meeting action plan

  • Follow-up consultation

  • Unlimited email support for 60 days

  • Priority scheduling

Best For:
Families facing complex educational situations, significant service concerns, placement discussions, behavior challenges, or major transitions.

Additional Services

  • ARD/IEP Meeting Attendance (In-Person) — Starting at $150/hour

  • Educational Records Review — Starting at $250

  • Independent Educational Evaluation (IEE) Consultation — $200

  • Transition Planning Consultation — $250

  • Adult Services & Waiver Navigation — $200

  • Parent Training Workshops — Custom Pricing

  • School & District Professional Development — Custom Pricing

Book a Free Consultation

Schedule a free 15-minute discovery call to discuss your child’s needs and learn more about how we can partner with you.

It Takes a Village, LLC
Empowering families of children with disabilities through advocacy, support, and community.
“It truly takes a village.”© 2026 It Takes a Village, LLC. All rights reserved.