Many parents of students with learning differences feel isolated and frustrated by the lack of clear guidance they receive and the sheer volume of information available online. To minimize these challenges, Hillside School presents our speaker series, HillTOPICS, open to all who are interested in learning about, discussing, and sharing their experiences about learning differences.
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Advocating for Special Education Students
January 8, 2025 @ 12:30 pm - 1:30 pm
Advocating for Special Education Students
Join us back in person with Jessica Diamond, Owner of Advocating for Solutions, LLC. In this one-hour session, Jessica will cover the difference between 504 and IEP plans and tips on how to advocate for your student.
Come with questions because Jessica will allow time to ask specific questions from the audience.
About Jessica:
Jessica developed a passion for Special Education Advocacy after navigating the process for her own children. Seeing firsthand the struggles families face and the tools/resources that can help bring successful outcomes, she began working with other families. Jessica has a varied background in the business world from non-profit start-ups to marketing/sales in the healthcare industry. Her strong analytical skills to collect and interpret data combined with strong negotiation and communication skills has led to many successful outcomes for students and families. Jessica believes in continuous training to better support families. She has attended training from Peter Wright (Special Education Attorney Thought Leader) with WrightsLaw on Special Education Law & Advocacy and is a member of COPAA (Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates).