Ask the Advocate Skool

Why I Built “Ask the Advocate” on Skool (And How It Can Help You)

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After more than two decades in special education advocacy, I’ve seen the same pattern over and over again:

Parents are overwhelmed.
They’re trying to make critical decisions with incomplete information.
And too often, they don’t know what to do until things have already gone wrong.

That never sat right with me.

So I built something different.

Not just another course.
Not just another Facebook group.
But a real, structured, supportive community where parents can learn, ask questions, and take action—with guidance every step of the way.

That’s what Ask the Advocate on Skool is all about.

What I’m Actually Trying to Build

Let me be honest about the vision.

I’m building a space where:

  • Parents understand their child’s IEP (not just sign it)

  • Evaluations actually make sense

  • You know what to ask for—and when to push

  • You stop feeling intimidated in meetings

  • And most importantly… you stop doing this alone

Because advocacy isn’t just about knowing the law.

It’s about strategy, timing, and confidence.

And that’s what most families are missing.

Why Skool?

I chose Skool because it allows me to combine everything parents actually need in one place:

  • Structured lessons (so you’re not guessing)

  • A real community (so you’re not isolated)

  • Direct access to me (so you’re not stuck)

  • Ongoing support (because this process doesn’t happen overnight)

It’s not scattered. It’s not overwhelming. It’s organized and intentional.

The Membership Tiers

I created two core tiers so families can get support at the level that works for them.

Standard Membership — $19/month

This is your foundation.

If you’re just starting out or trying to get your footing, this gives you everything you need to understand the system and begin advocating effectively.

What you get:

  • Access to all foundational lessons and the Advocacy Roadmap

  • Full community access (read + post)

  • Wins, announcements, and updates

  • Full access to core IEP and 504 materials

  • Evaluation and data explanation (this alone is huge)

  • Weekly Office Hours

👉 Added Benefit:
A clear, step-by-step structure so you stop second-guessing yourself and start making informed decisions.

Premium Membership — $97/month

This is where things get real.

If you’re dealing with a more complex situation—or you’re in a high-stakes moment—this level gives you deeper support and strategy.

Everything in Standard, PLUS:

  • Live weekly Office Hours with direct access

  • Case studies and real-world advocacy walkthroughs

  • Direct support for high-stakes situations

  • Weekly “Ask the Advocate” access threads

  • Advanced placement and program strategy content

👉 Added Benefit:
You’re not just learning—you’re applying strategy in real time with guidance.

What Makes This Different?

There are a lot of resources out there.

But here’s the truth:

Most parents don’t need more information.
They need help using the information correctly.

That’s the gap I’m filling.

Inside this community, we focus on:

  • Turning data into services

  • Turning services into appropriate placement

  • Understanding when to collaborate—and when to push

  • Knowing how to document everything properly

  • Building a case (not just raising concerns)

Who This Is For

This is for you if:

  • You feel like your child isn’t making progress

  • You don’t fully understand the IEP

  • You’re preparing for a meeting and don’t know what to say

  • You’ve been told “this is all we can offer” (it’s usually not)

  • You want to advocate—but you’re not sure how

Final Thoughts

I built Ask the Advocate on Skool because I wanted to reach more families—not just the ones who can hire me privately.

This gives you access.
This gives you structure.
This gives you support.

And most importantly—

It gives you a way to move forward with confidence.

If you’re ready to stop guessing and start advocating strategically,
this is where you begin.


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