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Why Military Families Need Special Education Advocacy
Special Education Advocacy for Military-Connected Students Military children often experienc
- IEP services not transferring correctly during a PCS
- 504 Plans being delayed or rewritten after a move
- Reading intervention being reduced or discontinued
- Inconsistent services between DoDEA and public schools
- Pressure to “start over” instead of continuing support
As a Special Education Advocate and Dyslexia Advocate, we help families protect services and hold schools accountable under IDEA and Section 504, regardless of location.
We provide virtual advocacy nationwide and internationally, supporting families in:
- DoDEA schools overseas
- DoDEA schools within the United States
- Public schools in all 50 states
- Select private schools serving learning disabled students
Who We Support
We advocate for students with:
We advocate for military-connected students with:
- Dyslexia
- Learning disabilities
- ADHD
- Reading challenges requiring structured Reading Support and Reading Intervention
Our clients include:
- Active-duty military families (Air Force, Army, Coast Guard, Marines, Navy, and Space Force)
- National Guard and Reserve families
- Families experiencing frequent PCS moves
- Families transitioning between DoDEA and public school systems
Military life is unpredictable. Educational support should not be.
IEP Advocacy During PCS Move
PCS moves are one of the most common times children lose services.
We help families:
- Prepare documentation before a move
- Request comparable services immediately after enrollment
- Address delays in IEP implementation
- Ensure reading intervention and accommodations continue
- Advocate when schools attempt to reduce or remove services
Our goal is to prevent gaps in instruction that can cause long-term academic setbacks.
IEP Meetings and 504 Meetings. What Parents Need Support With
IEP Meetings and 504 Meetings can feel overwhelming, especially when schools use technical language or push back on services.
We support parents by:
- Preparing for meetings with clear goals and documentation
- Attending IEP Meetings and 504 Meetings virtually
- Advocating for appropriate accommodations and services
- Addressing dyslexia-specific instruction and reading needs
- Explaining what schools are legally required to provide
As an IEP Advocate, we help parents participate with confidence instead of frustration.
Dyslexia Advocacy and Reading Intervention Guidance
Dyslexia is often misunderstood or minimized in school settings. Military children with dyslexia are especially vulnerable when moving between districts.
We focus on:
- Ensuring dyslexia is properly identified
- Advocating for evidence-based Reading Intervention
- Preventing removal of reading services after a school change
- Supporting long-term academic planning
As a dedicated Dyslexia Advocate, we prioritize instruction that actually works, not programs chosen for convenience.
504 Plans for Military Kids with Dyslexia or ADHD
Not all students qualify for an IEP. Many military kids receive support through a 504 Plan
We help families:
- Understand whether a 504 or IEP is appropriate
- Ensure accommodations are clearly written and enforced
- Address lost accommodations after a PCS
- Advocate when schools minimize ADHD or dyslexia needs
A 504 Plan can be effective, but only when it is properly implemented.
Why Military Families Choose The Dyslexia Life
Families work with us because we:
- Understand frequent relocations and school disruptions
- Have experience with DoDEA and public school systems
- Specialize in dyslexia, reading intervention, and ADHD
- Communicate clearly and calmly during high-stakes meetings
- Focus on protecting the child’s long-term educational progress
Parents often tell us they finally feel prepared, confident, and supported.
We spent 22 years connected to the Military. My daughter had an IEP in three states for Dyslexia and ADHD.
We have over 7 years of working experience in the IEP 504 Advoacy Space and 15 plus yesrs as a parent with a chlld with an IEP who moved on orders.
Families often tell us they feel more confident, prepared, and heard after working with us.
Frequently asked Questions?
Do military kids qualify for IEP services in Nationside and DODEA?
Yes. Military-connected students are protected under IDEA and Section 504, even during school transitions and PCS moves including transfers between public schools and DODEA or from state to state.
What happens to my IEP when we move on orders? .
Here is what IDEA 2004 says, quoted directly from Wrightslaw: Special Education Law, 2nd Edition, pages 102-103:
Transfer Within the Same State
"In the case of a child with a disability who transfers school districts within the same academic year, enrolls in a new school, and who had an IEP that was in effect in the same state, the LEA (school district) shall provide such child with a free appropriate public education, including services comparable to those described in the previously held IEP, in consultation with the parents, until such time as the school district adopts the previous IEP or develops, adopts, and implements a new IEP that is consistent with Federal and State law."
Transfer Outside State
"In the case of a child with a disability who transfers school districts within the same academic year, who enrolls in a new school, and who had an IEP that was in effect in another state, the school district shall provide such child with a free appropriate public education, including services comparable to those described in the previous IEP, in consultation with the child's parents until such time as the district conducts an evaluation, if determined to be necessary, and develops a new IEP, if appropriate, that is consistent with Federal and State law."
The Commentary to Regulation 300.323(f) states that "the Department interprets 'comparable' to have the plain meaning of the word, which is 'similar' or 'equivalent.'"
Can an IEP Advocate help with DoDEA schools?
Yes. An experienced IEP Advocate can support families in DoDEA schools and help with transitions to public or private schools.
Do you attend IEP Meetings virtually for military families?
Yes. Virtual IEP Advocacy allows us to support military families worldwide.
Get Support from an IEP Advocate for Military Kids
Get Help for your student
If you are searching for an IEP Advocate for Military Kids nationwide or in DoDEA schools, The Dyslexia Life is here to help you navigate special education with clarity and confidence.
Serving military families across the United States and worldwide through virtual advocacy.
👉 Contact us today to schedule a consultation.
