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8 advocates available for Summerlin, Nevada

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Chelsea Horlacher

Based in Las Vegas, NV

Chelsea Horlacher

IEP Consultant

Hey there! I’ve been a special education teacher for nearly a decade, so helping unique learners thrive is truly my life’s work. But my biggest role is at home, where I endlessly advocate for my amazing son (7) who has autism.
  • Autism Spectrum, IEP Meetings
  • From $50 per hour
  • Free first call
  • Meets in person or by video
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Angela Picardi

Based in Wesley Chapel, FL

Angela Picardi

Special Education Advocate

With 24 years of experience in the K-12 sector, I serves as a Student Support Specialist specializing in academic and behavioral ESE services. My career is defined by a deep commitment to the "whole student," ensuring that those with exceptional needs receive the personalized advocacy and support required to navigate…
  • Autism, Behavioral Support, Intellectual Disability, Learning Disabilities, Multiple Disabilities, Other Health Impairment
  • Contact for rate
  • Meets in person or by video
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Angela Williams

Based in Arlington Heights, IL

Angela Williams

Special Education Advocate

I am a former special education teacher, with experience in public and therapeutic day schools. I am also a BCBA (Board Certified Behavior Analyst) and hold three master's degrees in special education, administration, and behavior analysis.
  • Autism, Behavioral Support, Developmental Delay, Learning Disabilities, Multiple Disabilities, Traumatic Brain Injury
  • Contact for rate
  • Meets in person or by video
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Arielle Allen

Based in Inverness, IL

Arielle Allen

Special Education Advocate

I earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Communicative Sciences and Disorders at Michigan State University and a Master’s of Education from DePaul University, with a dual certification in elementary and special education. I taught for nine years in Chicago Public Schools and four years in a co-op district.
  • Autism, Behavioral Support, Deaf-Blindness, Developmental Delay, Hearing Impairment, Intellectual Disability
  • Contact for rate
  • Meets in person or by video
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Brittany Maurizi

Based in Coraopolis, PA

Brittany Maurizi

Board Certified Behavior Analyst and Special Education Advocate

Hi there! I'm Brittany, owner and founder of Balanced Behaviors, LLC. I'm a Behavior Analyst and Licensed Behavior Specialist in Pennsylvania with a Master’s in Special Education from Slippery Rock University. Since 2019, I've focused on supporting individuals with disabilities and behavioral challenges.
  • Autism, Behavioral Support, Developmental Delay, Intellectual Disability, Learning Disabilities, Multiple Disabilities
  • From $75 per hour
  • Free first call
  • Meets in person or by video
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Clara Liriano

Based in New York, NY

Clara Liriano

Special Education Advocate

Clara Liriano, M.S., is a Special Education Advocate and New York State Certified Special Education Teacher with more than 20 years of experience supporting children and individuals with disabilities.
  • ADHD / Attention, AAC, Autism Spectrum, Behavioral & Emotional, Developmental Delay, Dyslexia
  • From $150 per hour
  • Free first call
  • Meets in person or by video
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Dalia Rodriguez

Based in Hawthorne, NJ

Dalia Rodriguez

IEP Consultant, School Social Worker, Advocacy

I am a Child Study Team School Social Worker, with a Master of Social Work from Fordham University. I have core competencies in special education law, mental health, and behavioral health.
  • 5.0 rating from 5 reviews
  • Autism, Behavioral Support, Developmental Delay, Intellectual Disability, Learning Disabilities, Multiple Disabilities
  • Contact for rate
  • Meets by video or phone
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Diane Plunkett

Based in Kansas City, MO

Diane Plunkett

Navigate Special Education with Clarity and Confidence - Guiding Families. Building Futures.

Dr. Diane is a special education advocate and founder of Steppingstone Services, LLC. She holds a Ph.D. in Special Education and brings more than 30 years of experience as a special educator, interventionist, therapist, case manager, and disability-services professional.
  • Behavioral & Emotional, Behavioral Support, Developmental Delay, Early Childhood, Section 504, Learning Disabilities
  • From $150 per hour
  • Free first call
  • Meets in person or by video
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Classroom desks representing school districts that serve families in Summerlin, Nevada

School districts serving Summerlin, Nevada

Summerlin public-school families generally work with Clark County School District.

  • Clark County School District

    School district · Countywide district serving Summerlin

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Nevada special education terms and agencies

These Nevada terms identify the state agency, district structures, and dispute-resolution processes families may encounter.

NDE
The Nevada Department of Education, which oversees IDEA compliance and investigates state complaints.
45 school days
Nevada’s general initial evaluation and eligibility timeline after written parental consent.
LEA
The local educational agency responsible for evaluation and services; in Las Vegas this is commonly Clark County School District.
State complaint
A written request asking NDE to investigate an alleged IDEA violation.
Due process hearing
A formal administrative hearing for IDEA disputes involving identification, evaluation, placement, or FAPE.
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Nevada’s 45-school-day evaluation process

Nevada’s initial evaluation process generally must be completed within 45 school days after written parental consent. Parents should track both the legal clock and whether the assessments are sufficiently comprehensive.

  1. Put the concern and request in writing

    Describe the suspected disability areas, educational impact, and the evaluation requested. Keep proof of delivery.

  2. Review the assessment areas before consenting

    Ask whether the plan addresses communication, academics, behavior, attention, adaptive skills, motor needs, assistive technology, and other suspected areas.

  3. Calculate 45 school days

    Use the district calendar and the date written consent was received. School breaks and noninstructional days do not count as school days.

  4. Prepare for eligibility and IEP decisions

    Review the reports, identify unanswered questions, and connect each need to specialized instruction, goals, services, accommodations, behavior support, and placement.

Exceptions and extensions

  • The timeline may not apply when the parent repeatedly fails or refuses to make the child available.
  • A transfer exception may apply when the receiving agency is making sufficient progress and the parent and agency agree to a completion date.
  • The calculation depends on actual school days, not simply 45 consecutive dates.
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Common Nevada evaluation barriers

  • The district and parent use different start dates because the request date is confused with the consent date.
  • The assessment plan does not cover all suspected areas.
  • The eligibility report lists test scores without explaining educational impact or instructional need.
  • The parent is asked to agree to services or placement before having time to review the evaluation record.
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How a Nevada advocate can help

An advocate can establish the correct start date, calculate 45 school days, compare the assessment plan with the parent’s concerns, and review the reports before the meeting. The advocate can also help the parent prepare written requests for missing data, services, goals, or supports.

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Filing an IDEA state complaint in Nevada

NDE investigates written allegations that a public agency violated IDEA. Nevada expressly states that the complaint decision is final and cannot be administratively appealed.

What the complaint must include

  • A signed written statement alleging an IDEA violation and the facts supporting it.
  • Child and school information for a student-specific complaint.
  • A proposed resolution to the extent known and available.
  • A copy sent to the public agency at the same time the complaint is submitted to NDE.

What happens after filing

  1. Jurisdiction and sufficiency review

    NDE identifies timely IDEA allegations and may reject matters outside the state complaint process.

  2. Investigation

    The state reviews documents and responses, may conduct interviews or an on-site review, and allows the complainant to provide additional information.

  3. Final written decision

    NDE addresses each accepted allegation and orders corrective action when it finds noncompliance.

  4. Compliance monitoring

    The public agency must complete ordered corrective action, and families should preserve proof of implementation.

Decision timeline

NDE generally issues the written decision within 60 calendar days.

The deadline may be extended for exceptional circumstances or when the parties agree to extend it to use mediation or another dispute-resolution process.

Due process overlap

NDE sets aside issues that overlap with due process while continuing non-overlapping allegations. A due process decision involving the same parties is binding on the decided issue.

Possible remedies

  • compensatory services
  • evaluation or IEP correction
  • reimbursement when appropriate
  • training or procedure changes
  • state monitoring

Can the complaint decision be reviewed or appealed?

Nevada states that an IDEA complaint decision is final and may not be administratively appealed. A parent may still have a separate right to mediation, due process, an OCR complaint, or judicial relief for qualifying issues, but those are not appeals within NDE’s complaint process.

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Where complaint filings get stuck

  • The complaint includes Section 504, retaliation, harassment, personnel, or general education allegations that NDE identifies as outside IDEA complaint jurisdiction.
  • The family does not separate each allegation or identify the date of the violation.
  • The requested remedy is not tied to the educational effect of the violation.
  • The parent expects the complaint process to resolve a credibility-heavy placement dispute that may require due process.
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How an advocate can help with a state complaint

A Nevada advocate can help screen jurisdiction, organize the timeline and records, state the IDEA allegations clearly, and request practical corrective action. This can prevent a strong concern from being diluted by issues NDE cannot investigate.

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Other dispute-resolution options

A state complaint is one path. Mediation, facilitation, due process, OCR, and local escalation each solve a different problem.

IEP meeting or district escalation

Problems that may be corrected through prompt team action

A written request to reconvene and a concise list of proposed corrections can sometimes resolve implementation or programming concerns.

Mediation

Parties willing to negotiate voluntarily

Mediation can address IDEA disputes without a hearing and may produce a binding agreement.

Due process hearing

Formal disputes requiring an administrative ruling

Due process is separate from a state complaint and may warrant attorney or expert assistance.

OCR or Section 504 procedure

Section 504 and disability-discrimination concerns

NDE’s IDEA complaint page identifies Section 504, retaliation, and harassment as outside the IDEA complaint process.

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Remote IEP advocacy is allowed under IDEA

IDEA requires parent participation in IEP meetings and allows meetings by video or phone when you and the school agree. Your advocate does not need to live in Summerlin.

Remote support is useful when few advocates serve Summerlin, when travel would raise the cost, or when your school already meets by video. Confirm how the meeting will run before you hire.

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Summerlin IEP and Section 504 advocate FAQ

Answers about hiring a special education advocate in Summerlin, Nevada, including cost, timing, virtual support, and Section 504 help.

Does Nevada use 45 calendar days for initial evaluations?

No. Nevada generally uses 45 school days after written parental consent.

Can I administratively appeal a Nevada state complaint decision?

No. NDE states that the complaint decision is final and may not be administratively appealed.

Does NDE investigate Section 504 complaints through the IDEA complaint process?

No. Nevada identifies Section 504 and other civil-rights matters as outside its IDEA state complaint jurisdiction.

Can an advocate help calculate the deadline?

Yes. An advocate can use the consent date and district calendar to calculate the 45-school-day period and identify any asserted exception.

How much does an IEP advocate cost in Summerlin, Nevada?

Most special education advocates serving Summerlin charge $75 to $250 per hour or a flat fee for an IEP meeting. Profiles on this page show the rate when listed. Many advocates offer a free first call before you hire.

When should I hire a special education advocate in Summerlin?

Parents in Summerlin often hire an advocate when a school denies testing, an IEP, or a Section 504 plan; when IEP goals are not met; before an annual review; or when they need help with IDEA and Section 504 rights.

Which school district serves Summerlin, Nevada?

Summerlin public-school families generally work with Clark County School District. Confirm your child's school and district by address before contacting a school office or naming a district-specific process.

What is the difference between an IEP advocate and a special education attorney in Nevada?

An IEP advocate helps you prepare for meetings, review school records, and negotiate with the district. A special education attorney can represent you in due process hearings and court. Most Summerlin families start with an advocate.

Can I hire a virtual advocate if we live in Summerlin?

Yes. IDEA requires parent participation in IEP meetings and allows meetings by alternative means such as video when you and the school agree. Your advocate does not need to live in Summerlin. Remote advocates can review documents, join meetings by video, and often cost less when travel is not required.

How long does the IEP evaluation process take in Nevada?

After you sign consent, schools in Nevada typically have 45 school days after written parental consent to complete an initial evaluation and hold an eligibility meeting. IEP teams must review the plan at least once per year. An advocate can help track these deadlines.

How do I find a Section 504 advocate in Summerlin?

Use the Section 504 advocates section on this page or search Find Parent Advocates for Section 504. Compare profiles for experience with accommodations, 504 meetings, and school compliance before you contact someone.

Official special education resources in Nevada

These links connect you to your state education agency and complaint options. Advocates on this page can also explain what each step means for your child in Summerlin.

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