DBK EdConsult and Advocacy

Helping parents understand and advocate for special education services to meet the unique needs of their child.

Danielle Bryan-Khalas

My Vision

I am a former special education teacher, school administrator and director of special education programs within two districts of the North Carolina public school systems. My goal is to help parents navigate the sometimes overwhelming challenges that come when attending meetings and having discussions about your child's unique needs. I understand the importance of having an advocate to help you interpret assessments, evaluations, goals and placements for your child. My passion is to help all children find academic, behavioral, social and emotional success by creating good partnerships and providing clear communication between parents and school districts. I am not an attorney and I can not provide legal representation, but I can help you represent your child's interests at the IEP table! Schedule a free 30-minute consultation today to see how I can assist you and your child with their Individualized Education Program (IEP) plan!

SPECIAL EDUCATION ADVOCACY

Assist in understanding IDEA protections and education rights for your child.

Assist in referral and eligibility determination meetings.

Review and assist with evaluation requests, reports and assessments.

Observe your child and review educational observation data for skill development, baseline data and specific areas of need.
Review and evaluate current or draft proposal IEP documents for annual goals and objectives
Evaluate proposed or current services, accommodations and/or modifications specifically designed to meet the needs of your child.
Evaluate or review the Functional Behavior Assessment documents, observation notes, data sheets, discipline reports and proposed Behavior Intervention Plans for your child.
Assist in creation and provide ideas for Safety Plans, Crisis Plans and Manifestation Determination meetings if needed for your child.
Review progress monitoring, data collection or educational profiles of your child that aid in the creation of IEPs for your student.
Attend (virtually or in-person) IEP meetings or 504 meetings with parents.
Review proposals for student placements, service delivery options for IEP/504 appropriateness.
Assist with drafting letters and communications with school districts to ensure clear and precise requests.
Assist with formal state complaints and state resoultion procedures, including recommendations for when to seek legal advice from an attorney.

Services

Service Options and Pricing

30-Minute Introductory Consultation
Free
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Records Review - required fee - $150 - includes reviews of evaluations, assessments progress monitoring data, IEPs, behavior plans for last two years with written recommendations and report.
Hourly rate - $80/hour for virtual or in-person conferencing, observations, IEP development drafts, preparation sessions or discussions.
Travel rate of $0.67/mile from home office to location for in-person representation.
Discounted options available upon request for parents needing representation of multiple children or other unique situations.
All estimates will be provided at Introductory Consultation with a required retainer amount in contract for services.