Monica Martinez
Special Education Advocate
Martinez Advocacy
5004 Wickett Terrace
Bethesda, MD 20814
202-255-7842
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SERVICES:
As a special education advocate, I work with families to help them obtain the services and accommodations necessary for their children with disabilities to make meaning educational progress. My services range from helping parents/guardians understand the educational rights of their children and the special education process to supporting families at meetings governed by IDEA and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act. I provide an objective review of each client's documentation, observe students in their educational environments, and work collaboratively with other professionals involved in any given case. I also provide families with recommendations for professionals, organizations, and activities in the community that may help further their child's development outside of school
BIOGRAPHY:
Through her time managing Partnership for Extraordinary Minds (xMinds), Monica developed an in depth understanding of how to navigate MCPS’s special education system. Her formal training includes Wrightslaw Special Education Law & Advocacy as well as the Council of Parent Attorneys & Advocates (COPAA) Special Education Advocate Training 2.0. Monica completed her practical training under the supervision of Suzanne Blattner. Monica holds a BS from Georgetown University, a MS from Columbia University, and a MLS from the University of Maryland. Monica is a member of COPAA.
Search for Services:
WISER's goals are to improve educational services and promote child advocacy by providing comprehensive resources to children and parents in Washington, DC, Northern Virginia, and suburban Maryland. WISER members are seasoned professionals and experts in their fields.
