ESE SOS is a special education advocacy organization devoted to improving the education of children with disabilities through informing and empowering parents.

1. ESE SOSStrategies for Optimal Success SPECIAL EDUCATION ADVOCACY Partnership with Parents ESESOS.ORG CLIENTS@ESESOS.ORG 386-283-9715 (Replace with client logo)

2. Mission As special education advocates, our mission is to help families obtain the most comprehensive and effective exceptional student education services possible, in order to remove all barriers to growth, learning, and emotional well-being, in school, at home, and in the community.

3. Philosophy We believe that the only Free Appropriate Public Education for children with disabilities is one that truly seeks to maximize the potential of each child in special education; it should not, out of monetary considerations, deliberately withhold instructional and therapeutic interventions that could provide for further academic and developmental progress. To that end, the financial resources expended upon public education must be proportioned according to need, so that every child is afforded the chance to achieve success.

4. Our Commitment Acknowledge Parents as the Experts on their Child Agree upon Clear Goals and Expectations Understand each Child’s Unique Needs Explore all Educational Options Position Children for Optimal Growth, Development, and Academic Achievement

5. Your Needs While working closely with families, we have identified the following needs, which we will carefully address: Your child’s development, unique strengths and individual learning style Comprehensive understanding of the disability, and all related challenges in school, home, and community Focus on your child’s education-not the school’s budget Emphasis on the whole child, not the disability Consideration and respect for your wishes Clear goals, and a plan for achieving them Support at IEP meetings to ensure your concerns are addressed, procedure is followed, and FAPE is upheld

6. Leveraging Our Resources As Special Education Advocates, we at ESE SOS fully leverage our knowledge, experience, and professional training through: Interpretation and synthesis of all assessment data and professional diagnosis to inform meaningful IEP goals Understanding the application of IDEA, NLCB, and 504 to afford children with disabilities academic success Knowledge of best, research-based practices in Exceptional Student Education Commitment to keeping informed and current regarding changes in education/disability law, the responsibilities of local education agencies, and community resources

7. Empowering Parents Informed, fully supported parents are the strongest advocates for their children By law, parents are equal IEP team members-We believe parents are the most important team members We will assist you in preparing a plan of action for your child’s IEP meeting, and ensure school personal listen to you!

8. You are your Child’s Greatest Advocate ESE SOS Supports your Commitment to Excellence in Education for your Children esesos.org clients@esesos.org 386-283-9715