Advocacy Services
Need help with your child’s IEP or 504 Plan?
Has your child recently been diagnosed with Autism Spectrum Disorder, Auditory Processing Disorder, ADHD, Dyslexia, Speech or Language Impairment, Anxiety, Depression, Visual Impairment or Deafness?
Do you believe your child requires specialized instruction at school?
We know that nobody knows your child better than you! We partner with YOU!
Are you being told your child can’t or won’t reach their goals?
SEAS NH is on YOUR side!
SEAS NH is YOUR partner on this journey.
SEAS NH, like you, believes in your child’s ability to educational success.
HELP WITH IDENTIFICATION
Has your child just been diagnosed with a disability? Has your child’s been referred for special education? We can help you during this confusing time by ensuring your child is evaluated in a timely manner. Do you know how long the school district has to conduct evaluations and dispose of a referral? Let SEAS NH help!
IEP TEAM MEETINGS
Have you ever sat at a team meeting feeling confused and frustrated? Are you unsure what a Written Prior Notice is or what it does? Do you know how often the team should meet? Do you want to have someone on your side at team meetings? Let SEAS NH help!
EFFECTIVE COMMUNICATION
Using knowledge of IDEA and ESSA we will work tirelessly on your behalf to create an environment which breeds positive results for your child. This is accomplished through respectful, cooperative communications with schools, clinicians, doctors, attorneys, etc.
Report & Data Analysis
In order to determine if your child’s IEP is effective or where your child’s performance falls in relation to his/her peers, analysis of graphs, testing
WAYS WE CAN HELP YOU
Special Education Advocacy Services of NH, LLC (SEAS NH) provides special education advocacy services to parents and caregivers of children with disabilities. Our core is rooted in an unwavering belief each and every child is entitled to FAPE (Free Appropriate Education at Public Expense) and individualized instruction as needed. Through compassion, knowledge of IDEA, Section 504, and the fostering of collaborative relationships; we partner with parents and caregivers to ensure the child’s educational success. SEAS NH – For Your Child’s Future!
- Identification process
- Placements and Referrals
- File Management
- IEP & 504 Development
- Team Meetings
- Advise of Your Legal Rights
- Evaluations
- Effective Communication
- Consultations
MEET YOUR SPECIAL EDUCATION ADVOCATE
Sue’s journey to advocacy began 10+ years ago when her 3 yr old son was diagnosed with PDD-NOS (now ASD). It was a terrifying time. Besides coming to terms with her son’s diagnosis, she was faced with securing an IEP for her son. She didn’t even know what an IEP was! Luckily, Sue connected with an advocate to assist her in obtaining an appropriate education for her son. A love of advocating for children with disabilities and their families was born. In 2018, Sue left the corporate world to devote herself to children with disabilities full time.
Sue Macintyre
TRAINING
- COPAA Special Education Advocate Training, anticipated graduation, May 2020
- William & Mary Law School, Certificate in Special Education Advocacy, August 2019
- WrightsLaw Special Education Law & Advocacy, 2014 & 2017
- PIC (Parent Information Center of NH) Volunteer Advocate Training, Spring 2016
- COPAA (Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates)
- AANE (Asperger’s Association of New England)
- Disability and educational workshops & webinars
- Nineteen years commercial real estate management & negotiation experience
- BS, Business Administration, Southern New Hampshire University, Hooksett, NH.
- AS, Accounting, Northern Essex Community College, Haverhill, MA.
Testimonials
Sue has provided tips and tricks to help my grandson. I appreciate her help.
Debbie A
As a lifetime learner and listener, Sue has the heart for advocacy. She will work tirelessly on your behalf.
Janet L
Sue provides sound advice and is easily accessible. She truly cares!
Karen K
Thank you Sue for all you do! So grateful to have your expertise and advocacy!
