Gina Federico M Ed, CAGS,LEP
“There needs to be a lot more emphasis on what a child can do instead of what he cannot do”
“Everyone is a genius. But if you judge a fish by it ability to climb a tree, it will live its whole life believing that it is stupid”
Parents, are you experiencing the following?
Your child is struggling in school and you don't know where to begin to get help.
Your child has been recently diagnosed with a learning disorder and you wonder what appropriate services should be provided by the school system.
You were told that your child with a disability doesn't qualify for an IEP because they have "decent" grades.
Private neuropsychological testing reveals that your child has a disability requiring an IEP but the school district states your child does not qualify under "their criteria" for determining eligibility.
You were told that your child with ADHD doesn't qualify for an IEP only a 504 plan.
Your child's school proposed an IEP but you do not fully agree with it.
Your child has an IEP but is still not making effective progress.
You've been told by the school system that your child no longer qualifies for an IEP.
You feel frustrated, confused, and intimidated at TEAM and IEP meetings.
Your emotions tend to get in the way at IEP meetings and prevent you from "thinking clearly."
You have tried numerous times to settle your differences with the school district and strongly feel that there will continue to be no resolution.
You question if your child is getting a Free and Appropriate Public Education.
If so, it's time to call an experienced Advocate!
I have been working as a Special Educational Advocate for families and foster families for over 15 years and have a great deal of knowledge regarding special education law.
I am a Licensed Educational Psychologist with an Advanced Graduate Degree in School Psychology. I have a specialized focus in the assessment and treatment of Autism Spectrum Disorders and ADHD. In addition, I hold a Master’s degree in Educational Studies and Counseling, and Bachelor's degree in Psychology and Criminal Justice.
I have worked in private practice and the public school system for over a decade and have experience formally assessing and treating a multitude of educational, neurological, and social/emotional disabilities and providing remedial, evidence based recommendations.
My passion for Special Educational Advocacy developed from my own experience with my now adult son who faced many academic, social, and emotional challenges throughout his schooling. I have been in your shoes and understand the worry from beginning to end!
I provide a full range of advocacy services and psycho-educational testing for children and young adults with a full-range of profiles including twice-exceptional students.