Join us on Wednesday January 21, 2026 for the next VBF Parent Advocacy Zoom Network (PAN) Session, 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT.
Pre-register at this link: birthmark.org/pan/
#ChildLifeSpecialist #VBF #ParentAdvocacy #LetsTalk #VascularAnomalies
Pre-register at this link: birthmark.org/pan/
#ChildLifeSpecialist #VBF #ParentAdvocacy #LetsTalk #VascularAnomalies
January 1, 2026 at 1:36 AM
Join us on Wednesday January 21, 2026 for the next VBF Parent Advocacy Zoom Network (PAN) Session, 8 PM ET / 5 PM PT.
Pre-register at this link: birthmark.org/pan/
#ChildLifeSpecialist #VBF #ParentAdvocacy #LetsTalk #VascularAnomalies
Pre-register at this link: birthmark.org/pan/
#ChildLifeSpecialist #VBF #ParentAdvocacy #LetsTalk #VascularAnomalies
Not sure about a diagnosis or treatment plan? We offer thoughtful second opinions with a full-body, full-family lens.
📩 Book Online | https://www.abcdpsychiatry.com/
#SecondOpinion #ParentAdvocacy #FunctionalPsychiatry #ReassessAndThrive #ABCDSupport
📩 Book Online | https://www.abcdpsychiatry.com/
#SecondOpinion #ParentAdvocacy #FunctionalPsychiatry #ReassessAndThrive #ABCDSupport
December 28, 2025 at 7:14 PM
Not sure about a diagnosis or treatment plan? We offer thoughtful second opinions with a full-body, full-family lens.
📩 Book Online | https://www.abcdpsychiatry.com/
#SecondOpinion #ParentAdvocacy #FunctionalPsychiatry #ReassessAndThrive #ABCDSupport
📩 Book Online | https://www.abcdpsychiatry.com/
#SecondOpinion #ParentAdvocacy #FunctionalPsychiatry #ReassessAndThrive #ABCDSupport
If you feel like something is off — trust that. Your gut is your superpower. Everyone may tell you “wait and see,” but if your intuition says don’t wait — don’t. You know your child better than anyone else. Your instincts are a guide — and you are your child’s best advocate. #ParentAdvocacy
December 23, 2025 at 2:03 PM
If you feel like something is off — trust that. Your gut is your superpower. Everyone may tell you “wait and see,” but if your intuition says don’t wait — don’t. You know your child better than anyone else. Your instincts are a guide — and you are your child’s best advocate. #ParentAdvocacy
There is nothing wrong with you. You did not cause this. If you’re concerned, start by watching behaviors, gather info, ask teachers what they see, and get an evaluation. Early support matters — and there are services at every age stage (CPSE 3-5, IEP 5+). #ParentAdvocacy #IEP #CPSE
December 22, 2025 at 2:02 PM
There is nothing wrong with you. You did not cause this. If you’re concerned, start by watching behaviors, gather info, ask teachers what they see, and get an evaluation. Early support matters — and there are services at every age stage (CPSE 3-5, IEP 5+). #ParentAdvocacy #IEP #CPSE
One of the biggest mistakes parents make when advocating is not asking enough questions. Professionals are valuable — but YOU are the expert on your child. Ask for clarity. Push when needed. Don’t accept services you don’t understand. #ParentAdvocacy #YourVoiceMatters #AskQuestions #ParentingSupport
December 19, 2025 at 2:03 PM
One of the biggest mistakes parents make when advocating is not asking enough questions. Professionals are valuable — but YOU are the expert on your child. Ask for clarity. Push when needed. Don’t accept services you don’t understand. #ParentAdvocacy #YourVoiceMatters #AskQuestions #ParentingSupport
Setting boundaries with grandparents is part of protecting your child. Yes, they raised you — but you are the expert on your child today. Stand your ground with love. Their feelings aren’t more important than your child’s safety or regulation. #ParentAdvocacy #ParentingSupport #ModernParenting
December 18, 2025 at 2:03 PM
Setting boundaries with grandparents is part of protecting your child. Yes, they raised you — but you are the expert on your child today. Stand your ground with love. Their feelings aren’t more important than your child’s safety or regulation. #ParentAdvocacy #ParentingSupport #ModernParenting
Tomorrow: The questions every parent should ask before consenting to a dyslexia evaluation. The ones that reveal whether it’s a true disability—or a teaching failure.
#ParentAdvocacy #Dyslexia #SpecialEducation #IEP #ParentRights
#ParentAdvocacy #Dyslexia #SpecialEducation #IEP #ParentRights
December 17, 2025 at 2:06 AM
Tomorrow: The questions every parent should ask before consenting to a dyslexia evaluation. The ones that reveal whether it’s a true disability—or a teaching failure.
#ParentAdvocacy #Dyslexia #SpecialEducation #IEP #ParentRights
#ParentAdvocacy #Dyslexia #SpecialEducation #IEP #ParentRights
Myth: “If the school doesn’t mention an issue, it must not be important.”
Fact: Parents can bring up any concern at any time—your voice matters in every part of the process.
You are a powerful advocate. 🌟
#MythVsFact #IEPTruths #ParentAdvocacy #NeurodiversityAwareness #2EmptyChairs
Fact: Parents can bring up any concern at any time—your voice matters in every part of the process.
You are a powerful advocate. 🌟
#MythVsFact #IEPTruths #ParentAdvocacy #NeurodiversityAwareness #2EmptyChairs
December 10, 2025 at 5:02 PM
Myth: “If the school doesn’t mention an issue, it must not be important.”
Fact: Parents can bring up any concern at any time—your voice matters in every part of the process.
You are a powerful advocate. 🌟
#MythVsFact #IEPTruths #ParentAdvocacy #NeurodiversityAwareness #2EmptyChairs
Fact: Parents can bring up any concern at any time—your voice matters in every part of the process.
You are a powerful advocate. 🌟
#MythVsFact #IEPTruths #ParentAdvocacy #NeurodiversityAwareness #2EmptyChairs
Reading isn't a learning style. It's a neurological process. Teaching it like art instead of science failed millions of children. New article on the literacy lie hiding behind passing grades: open.substack.com/pub/theparen...
#ReadingCrisis #ScienceOfReading #ParentAdvocacy #EducationReform
#ReadingCrisis #ScienceOfReading #ParentAdvocacy #EducationReform
The Literacy Lie: Why Your “Passing” Student Can’t Actually Read
Report cards show success. National tests show catastrophe. Someone’s lying—and your child’s future is the cost.
open.substack.com
December 2, 2025 at 4:11 PM
Reading isn't a learning style. It's a neurological process. Teaching it like art instead of science failed millions of children. New article on the literacy lie hiding behind passing grades: open.substack.com/pub/theparen...
#ReadingCrisis #ScienceOfReading #ParentAdvocacy #EducationReform
#ReadingCrisis #ScienceOfReading #ParentAdvocacy #EducationReform
Parents: Tips for advocating with your gifted students teachers for their needs. Also great skills for your gifted child so they can advocate for themselves.
For more information visit our website:
iowatag.org/Resources_fo...
#giftededucation #parentadvocacy #studentadvocacy
For more information visit our website:
iowatag.org/Resources_fo...
#giftededucation #parentadvocacy #studentadvocacy
November 26, 2025 at 2:00 PM
Parents: Tips for advocating with your gifted students teachers for their needs. Also great skills for your gifted child so they can advocate for themselves.
For more information visit our website:
iowatag.org/Resources_fo...
#giftededucation #parentadvocacy #studentadvocacy
For more information visit our website:
iowatag.org/Resources_fo...
#giftededucation #parentadvocacy #studentadvocacy
📢 Join us tonight from 6:00–7:00 PM PDT for Let’s Talk Education: Special Education 101 & The Teacher Shortage — What It Means for YOUR Child’s IEP.
#LetsTalkEducation #SpecialEducation101 #TeacherShortage #IEP #ParentAdvocacy #EducationMatters #SupportOurStudents
#LetsTalkEducation #SpecialEducation101 #TeacherShortage #IEP #ParentAdvocacy #EducationMatters #SupportOurStudents
November 26, 2025 at 12:54 AM
📢 Join us tonight from 6:00–7:00 PM PDT for Let’s Talk Education: Special Education 101 & The Teacher Shortage — What It Means for YOUR Child’s IEP.
#LetsTalkEducation #SpecialEducation101 #TeacherShortage #IEP #ParentAdvocacy #EducationMatters #SupportOurStudents
#LetsTalkEducation #SpecialEducation101 #TeacherShortage #IEP #ParentAdvocacy #EducationMatters #SupportOurStudents
Tag a parent who wants to protect their child’s rights!
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#IDD #Neurodiversity #SelfAdvocacy #SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy #DisabilityRights
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#IDD #Neurodiversity #SelfAdvocacy #SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy #DisabilityRights
Protect Your Child’s Rights: A Simple Guide for Families
This week we have a guest post by Mary Jane Williams from Bridges to Possibilities. Big changes are happening in the Department of Education. When this happens, families of kids with disabilities feel the impact fast. With less oversight, schools may have less direction. This can cause confusion and conflict. But this is when families become the strongest advocates in the room.
selfadvocatenetwork.com
November 24, 2025 at 4:23 PM
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#IDD #Neurodiversity #SelfAdvocacy #SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy #DisabilityRights
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#IDD #Neurodiversity #SelfAdvocacy #SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy #DisabilityRights
Parents-
The school year is in full swing and parent/teacher conferences are upon us. Here are some tips to help you advocate for your gifted student.
#giftededucation #parentadvocacy
The school year is in full swing and parent/teacher conferences are upon us. Here are some tips to help you advocate for your gifted student.
#giftededucation #parentadvocacy
November 12, 2025 at 9:25 PM
Parents-
The school year is in full swing and parent/teacher conferences are upon us. Here are some tips to help you advocate for your gifted student.
#giftededucation #parentadvocacy
The school year is in full swing and parent/teacher conferences are upon us. Here are some tips to help you advocate for your gifted student.
#giftededucation #parentadvocacy
The presentation is based on the Practice Guide: Creating & Managing a Parent Advocacy Programme, developed under CASCADE, & written by David Tobis and Clive Diaz, with input from two parent advisory groups.
Everyone who attends will receive a free copy of the Practice Guide.
#ParentAdvocacy (2/3)
Everyone who attends will receive a free copy of the Practice Guide.
#ParentAdvocacy (2/3)
November 3, 2025 at 2:45 PM
The presentation is based on the Practice Guide: Creating & Managing a Parent Advocacy Programme, developed under CASCADE, & written by David Tobis and Clive Diaz, with input from two parent advisory groups.
Everyone who attends will receive a free copy of the Practice Guide.
#ParentAdvocacy (2/3)
Everyone who attends will receive a free copy of the Practice Guide.
#ParentAdvocacy (2/3)
Discover how parents can proactively track IEP progress, transform educational challenges, and support their child's unique learning journey. Expert strategies for understanding and maximizing special education goals. #SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy
October 30, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Discover how parents can proactively track IEP progress, transform educational challenges, and support their child's unique learning journey. Expert strategies for understanding and maximizing special education goals. #SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy
As #MiPAAC marks its 5th anniversary, we’re proud to continue advancing knowledge, connection, and collective action to strengthen Michigan’s education system and uphold every student’s right to a free and appropriate public education.
#AdvocacyInAction #EducationEquity
#ParentAdvocacy
#AdvocacyInAction #EducationEquity
#ParentAdvocacy
October 30, 2025 at 1:47 AM
As #MiPAAC marks its 5th anniversary, we’re proud to continue advancing knowledge, connection, and collective action to strengthen Michigan’s education system and uphold every student’s right to a free and appropriate public education.
#AdvocacyInAction #EducationEquity
#ParentAdvocacy
#AdvocacyInAction #EducationEquity
#ParentAdvocacy
Two months. That’s how long it’s been since Bennett was taken from me. Under MCFD’s direction, he’s endured confusion, neglect, and trauma no child should face. Two months of fighting to be heard, believed, and to bring him home. #BringBennettHome #SystemicReform #MCFDAccountability
October 29, 2025 at 1:22 AM
Two months. That’s how long it’s been since Bennett was taken from me. Under MCFD’s direction, he’s endured confusion, neglect, and trauma no child should face. Two months of fighting to be heard, believed, and to bring him home. #BringBennettHome #SystemicReform #MCFDAccountability
📣 All attendees will also receive a free copy of the Practice Guide: Creating and Managing a Parent Advocacy Programme.
Sign up today: buff.ly/7gkceN1
#SocialCare #ParentAdvocacy | @mg852to44.bsky.social | @cascaderesearch.bsky.social | @nyasservices.bsky.social | @basw-uk.bsky.social
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#SocialCare #ParentAdvocacy | @mg852to44.bsky.social | @cascaderesearch.bsky.social | @nyasservices.bsky.social | @basw-uk.bsky.social
October 20, 2025 at 2:15 PM
📣 All attendees will also receive a free copy of the Practice Guide: Creating and Managing a Parent Advocacy Programme.
Sign up today: buff.ly/7gkceN1
#SocialCare #ParentAdvocacy | @mg852to44.bsky.social | @cascaderesearch.bsky.social | @nyasservices.bsky.social | @basw-uk.bsky.social
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#SocialCare #ParentAdvocacy | @mg852to44.bsky.social | @cascaderesearch.bsky.social | @nyasservices.bsky.social | @basw-uk.bsky.social
📣 We're also delighted to be joined by Kar Man Au for this webinar.
Kar Man Au will speak from the perspective of both a parent advocate and someone supporting a local authority in setting up and delivering a parental advocacy service.
#ParentAdvocacy (1/2)
Kar Man Au will speak from the perspective of both a parent advocate and someone supporting a local authority in setting up and delivering a parental advocacy service.
#ParentAdvocacy (1/2)
WEBINAR: Creating & Managing a Parent Advocacy Programme
📣 David Tobis, P.h.D
📅 Weds 12th Nov
⏰ 5 - 6pm
📍 Online, Teams
Sign up: buff.ly/EEKbB50
This presentation focuses on how to create & manage a parent advocacy programme that supports parents, helps families & improves child welfare systems.
📣 David Tobis, P.h.D
📅 Weds 12th Nov
⏰ 5 - 6pm
📍 Online, Teams
Sign up: buff.ly/EEKbB50
This presentation focuses on how to create & manage a parent advocacy programme that supports parents, helps families & improves child welfare systems.
October 20, 2025 at 8:34 AM
📣 We're also delighted to be joined by Kar Man Au for this webinar.
Kar Man Au will speak from the perspective of both a parent advocate and someone supporting a local authority in setting up and delivering a parental advocacy service.
#ParentAdvocacy (1/2)
Kar Man Au will speak from the perspective of both a parent advocate and someone supporting a local authority in setting up and delivering a parental advocacy service.
#ParentAdvocacy (1/2)
Clinicians bring knowledge. But parents move mountains.
This week, Dr. Chrissy Salley shares why families are the most powerful voices in pediatric care.
Full episode Thursday: www.comfortingclosure.com/multimedia
#EndOfLifeDoula #DeathDoula #ParentAdvocacy
This week, Dr. Chrissy Salley shares why families are the most powerful voices in pediatric care.
Full episode Thursday: www.comfortingclosure.com/multimedia
#EndOfLifeDoula #DeathDoula #ParentAdvocacy
October 15, 2025 at 2:14 PM
Clinicians bring knowledge. But parents move mountains.
This week, Dr. Chrissy Salley shares why families are the most powerful voices in pediatric care.
Full episode Thursday: www.comfortingclosure.com/multimedia
#EndOfLifeDoula #DeathDoula #ParentAdvocacy
This week, Dr. Chrissy Salley shares why families are the most powerful voices in pediatric care.
Full episode Thursday: www.comfortingclosure.com/multimedia
#EndOfLifeDoula #DeathDoula #ParentAdvocacy
#ParentAdvocacy #SocialCare #FamilySocialCare #CASCADE #ExChangeWales #WelshResearch | @researchwales.bsky.social | @cascaderesearch.bsky.social
October 13, 2025 at 10:46 AM
@ppssf.bsky.social is dedicated to ensuring equitable access to education. Donate today to help us empower families, advocate for better resources, and connect our community. bit.ly/3u5G2f7
#SanFrancisco #PublicEducation #ParentAdvocacy
#SanFrancisco #PublicEducation #ParentAdvocacy
October 9, 2025 at 9:25 AM
@ppssf.bsky.social is dedicated to ensuring equitable access to education. Donate today to help us empower families, advocate for better resources, and connect our community. bit.ly/3u5G2f7
#SanFrancisco #PublicEducation #ParentAdvocacy
#SanFrancisco #PublicEducation #ParentAdvocacy
A mother’s heart-wrenching plea at a school board meeting reveals her son’s battle with bullying that escalated to suicidal thoughts, igniting urgent calls for change in Cockney Middle School.
Read the full story!
#GA #CitizenPortal #GeorgiaSchools #ParentAdvocacy #BullyingPrevention
Read the full story!
#GA #CitizenPortal #GeorgiaSchools #ParentAdvocacy #BullyingPrevention
Parent Urges Cockney Middle School to Enforce Anti-Bullying Measures for Students
Mother advocates for stronger anti-bullying policies following her son's suicide threats.
citizenportal.ai
September 27, 2025 at 9:08 AM
A mother’s heart-wrenching plea at a school board meeting reveals her son’s battle with bullying that escalated to suicidal thoughts, igniting urgent calls for change in Cockney Middle School.
Read the full story!
#GA #CitizenPortal #GeorgiaSchools #ParentAdvocacy #BullyingPrevention
Read the full story!
#GA #CitizenPortal #GeorgiaSchools #ParentAdvocacy #BullyingPrevention
Yhea Foo Nah Foo Ep.110, Part 2 🎧 yheafoonahfoo.buzzsprout.com/
Paul Roback returns to break down why schools stall, how parents can fight back, & the power of advocacy networks. #YheaFooNahFoo #SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy #EducationJustice
Paul Roback returns to break down why schools stall, how parents can fight back, & the power of advocacy networks. #YheaFooNahFoo #SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy #EducationJustice
September 24, 2025 at 6:32 PM
Yhea Foo Nah Foo Ep.110, Part 2 🎧 yheafoonahfoo.buzzsprout.com/
Paul Roback returns to break down why schools stall, how parents can fight back, & the power of advocacy networks. #YheaFooNahFoo #SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy #EducationJustice
Paul Roback returns to break down why schools stall, how parents can fight back, & the power of advocacy networks. #YheaFooNahFoo #SpecialEducation #ParentAdvocacy #EducationJustice
Parents at Walt Whitman Elementary are raising their voices for smaller class sizes, arguing that larger classrooms undermine equity and the promise of individualized learning.
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#NY #CitizenPortal #ClassSizeEquity #NewYorkSchools #EducationReform #ParentAdvocacy
Read the full story
#NY #CitizenPortal #ClassSizeEquity #NewYorkSchools #EducationReform #ParentAdvocacy
Walt Whitman Parents Demand Smaller Class Sizes Amid Equity Concerns
Parents urge Syosset School Board to reduce third grade class sizes for equity.
citizenportal.ai
September 23, 2025 at 10:45 AM
Parents at Walt Whitman Elementary are raising their voices for smaller class sizes, arguing that larger classrooms undermine equity and the promise of individualized learning.
Read the full story
#NY #CitizenPortal #ClassSizeEquity #NewYorkSchools #EducationReform #ParentAdvocacy
Read the full story
#NY #CitizenPortal #ClassSizeEquity #NewYorkSchools #EducationReform #ParentAdvocacy