Family Support and Advocacy
Partnering with Parents as Educational Advocates
EmpowerEd’s advocacy-focused workshops are designed to equip parents with the tools, knowledge, and confidence needed to effectively advocate for their children’s academic and emotional success. Rooted in collaboration, empowerment, and hope, these sessions offer practical strategies to help families navigate school systems, access essential resources, and build strong partnerships with educators. Together, we work to ensure every child has the support they need to thrive.
What Do Family Advocacy and Support Services Include?
EmpowerEd’s advocacy services are designed to help parents confidently navigate the educational landscape and ensure their child’s needs are supported. Through workshops and individualized guidance, we empower families to take an active role in their child’s academic journey.
Navigating Educational Tools and Resources:
Understand how to access and interpret school-provided resources, including digital gradebooks, learning management systems (LMS), and progress reports.
Learn how to effectively track your child’s academic progress and identify areas where additional support may be needed.
Discover community programs, educational tools, and accessible resources to reinforce learning at home.
Advocating for Your Child Within the School System:
Gain a clear understanding of your child’s educational rights under laws like the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA) and Section 504.
Receive step-by-step guidance on navigating IEP and 504 Plan meetings, advocating for accommodations, and ensuring your child’s needs are met.
Develop effective communication strategies for collaborating with teachers, school counselors, and administrators to create a strong support network.
Creating a Supportive Home Environment:
Establish routines that support both academic success and emotional well-being.
Learn how to foster independence and accountability through personalized study plans, organization systems, and goal-setting strategies.
Gain insights into promoting resilience, self-advocacy, and self-confidence in your child as they navigate academic challenges.
EmpowerEd is committed to standing alongside families as advocates, ensuring every child has the opportunity to succeed.
Intentions of Family Advocacy and Support
EmpowerEd’s advocacy services are designed to empower families as active, informed partners in their child’s education. Our goal is to ensure parents have the confidence and resources they need to effectively advocate for their child’s academic success. Key intentions include:
Strengthening Collaboration: Foster productive partnerships between parents, children, and educators to create aligned support systems.
Empowering Informed Advocacy: Provide parents with the knowledge and tools to navigate educational systems, ensuring their child’s unique needs are recognized and met.
Promoting Hope and Resilience: Support families in approaching challenges with confidence, encouraging proactive problem-solving and a belief in every child’s potential.
Intended Outcomes of Family Advocacy and Support
EmpowerEd’s advocacy services are designed to equip families with the knowledge, strategies, and confidence needed to navigate their child’s educational journey. By fostering collaboration and empowering parents as advocates, we aim to achieve the following outcomes:
Improved Understanding of Educational Systems: Parents gain clarity on school processes, student rights, and available resources, becoming effective and informed advocates for their children.
Stronger Home-School Partnerships: Families and educators build collaborative relationships to address challenges, celebrate progress, and create personalized support plans that prioritize student success.
Enhanced Support at Home: Parents implement practical strategies to create a structured, encouraging home environment that fosters both academic and emotional growth.
Increased Parental Confidence: Families feel empowered to advocate for their child’s needs, engage in productive conversations with educators, and play an active role in shaping their child’s educational experience.
Pricing for Family Advocacy and Support
EmpowerEd’s Family Advocacy and Support services provide personalized guidance, actionable strategies, and advocacy tools to help families confidently navigate their child’s educational journey. Below is the pricing breakdown for individual sessions, small group workshops, and community events:
Individual Family Advocacy Sessions
One-on-One Parent Coaching (60 minutes): $90
Personalized support tailored to address specific concerns such as navigating school processes, building advocacy skills, or supporting academic and emotional growth.3-Session Package: $250
A focused series designed to address ongoing challenges, develop advocacy strategies, and implement practical solutions.6-Session Package: $480
Comprehensive support for families managing long-term academic concerns, IEP/504 advocacy, or major educational transitions.
Small Group Workshops
(For 3–5 families; pricing is per participant)
Single Workshop Session (90 minutes): $60 per participant
Collaborative sessions covering topics like understanding student rights, effective advocacy in school meetings, and building academic support structures at home.3-Workshop Series: $160 per participant
A comprehensive series providing families with in-depth guidance, peer collaboration, and actionable tools for long-term support.Custom Group Package: Contact for Pricing
Tailored workshops for groups with specific concerns, such as navigating the IEP/504 process, supporting executive functioning, or understanding educational assessments.
Community or School-Based Workshops
Half-Day Workshop (3 hours): $600
Interactive sessions for larger groups of parents, providing advocacy insights, communication strategies, and a greater understanding of the educational landscape.Full-Day Workshop (6 hours): $1,100
An immersive experience offering comprehensive training on multiple advocacy topics, personalized guidance, and real-world scenario practice. Ideal for PTA events, community organizations, or district-hosted seminars.
Specialized Advocacy Support
Navigating 504 Plans and IEPs: $200/session
Expert guidance through the IEP and 504 process, supporting parents in effectively communicating their child’s needs and advocating for appropriate accommodations.Technology and AI Resource Training: $150/session
Practical training on using digital tools, educational apps, and AI resources to track student progress, monitor assignments, and support academic development.
Sliding Scale Pricing
EmpowerEd is committed to making advocacy support accessible for all families. Sliding scale pricing and scholarship options are available for those with demonstrated financial need. Please contact us to learn more.
Schedule Your Advocacy Session or Workshop
Ready to partner with EmpowerEd and become a more empowered advocate for your child? Contact us to book an individual coaching session, participate in a group workshop, or arrange a community-based event today.