I'm Sarah
A former special education teacher and the founder of The Holland Guide Advocacy. I’ve sat at the IEP table in multiple roles as a teacher, case manager, parent partner, and IEP advocate, giving me a clear understanding of how decisions are made within the special education system and where families often get lost in the process. I work with families to bring clarity, support, and confidence to the IEP process so parents don’t feel alone when making decisions about their child’s education.
YOU'RE IN THE RIGHT PLACE
You suspect your child may need special education services and don't know where to start
You’re preparing for an IEP meeting or have received a plan and aren’t sure if it truly reflects your child’s needs
You’re concerned your child’s needs are not being fully met at school or that support may not be appropriate
You need help interpreting goals, services, and data during meetings and making sense of what’s being discussed
How I Support Families:
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Parent Coaching
1:1 phone consultation where you can get fast answers, talk through concerns, and gain clarity on your next steps.
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1:1 phone or Zoom consultation
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Discuss strategy for upcoming IEP meetings
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Understand your rights under IDEA
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Learn how the IEP process works
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Know what questions to ask (and when to ask them)
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Record Review
A detailed review of your child’s IEP, evaluations, or school documents with clear recommendations and next steps so you can advocate effectively in your next meeting.
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Review of your child’s IEP, evaluations, and school records
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Identify strengths, concerns, and gaps in goals or services
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Assess appropriateness of supports and inclusion (LRE)
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Receive clear feedback and strategic recommendations
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Full Scope Advocacy
Comprehensive support including coaching, strategic planning, and virtual attendance at your child’s IEP meeting to ensure their needs remain the focus.
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Ongoing parent coaching throughout the IEP process
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Strategic planning
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Full record review
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Virtual attendance at IEP meetings
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Guidance on follow-up steps after the meeting
* Most popular service
Student Centered
Ensuring every decision, service, and goal is built around your child’s unique strengths, needs, and vision for the future.
Collaborative
Fostering a team-based approach that empowers parents, values every perspective, and advocates with respect and unity.
Inclusive
Championing inclusion by presuming competence and advocating for every child to thrive in the least restrictive environment.
The Holland Guide Values
What Makes My Approach Different
The Holland Guide was inspired by the poem, Welcome to Holland by Emily Perl Kingsley.
My mission is to help parents navigate “Holland” with confidence by offering advocacy, resources, and support that empower families to embrace the beauty and uniqueness of this unexpected journey.
