Weinfeld Education Group, LLC

Our Parent Support Specialists are generally the first contact with Weinfeld Education Group. Their primary function is to help families feel comfortable in understanding the intake process and the next steps. Parent Support Specialists have a personal connection to our special needs community, most often through first-hand family experiences. WEG may make referrals and recommendations outside of our group for parents who are requesting certain types of therapies. Although we do not accept insurance, families may qualify for a reduced rate for our advocacy services based on a review of financial need. Learn more, complete our Intake Form and contact our Parent Support Specialists at https://lnkd.in/dWrdS4UX . We look forward to working with you and your child! Please share with a parent who would benefit. WISER - DC #advocate #advocates #advocacy

Read thoughts from Rich Weinfeld, Founder, Executive Director and Educational Consultant with Weinfeld Education Group, about how the U.S. Department of Education is taking "a major step backwards in American education." ____________________________ This year, I am proud to be celebrating my 50th year in education. I have observed steady progress in the field of education. Teaching has moved from being an art to a science. It’s now commonly understood that we must teach skills, by using evidence-based interventions provided with fidelity. However, this forward progress in the science of teaching only works when we educators have current research that guides us in what interventions are effective, how they should be applied, and then measures the effectiveness through our students’ achievement. To that end, the U.S. Department of Education has done the following: 1. Fund research studies. 2. Maintain a clearing house, "What Works Clearinghouse," that tracks which interventions are proven and which are not. 3. Implement the National Assessment of Educational Progress ( NAEP ) also known as "The Nation's Report Card” to measure the progress of our students. Also, crucial to us special educators, it is a civil right that this progress in education applies to everyone, regardless of difference or disability. 4. The Office for Civil Rights, Department of Education has worked to ensure that the Civil Rights of students with disabilities have been protected. But now, each of these 4 crucial initiatives are being decimated by the cuts at the U.S. Department of Education. One of the justifications being given is that the funding for education will still be the same, but educational requirements and interventions will be decided upon by local school districts. Tragically, this returns us to where we were in 1975, the year I started teaching. Good intentioned school staff will now be making decisions without the benefit of cutting-edge research, clear evidence of what works and doesn’t, or systematic protections for the civil rights of all students. All of this is a major step backwards with significant impacts for educators and more importantly for the students for whom they are responsible, and about whom they care so much about. I encourage everyone to advocate for a preservation of the progress we have made in education, for the benefit of all our students. Please take action now. Contact your Congressman and United States Senators by using https://lnkd.in/dBBEmpU and let them know that we want the U. S. Department of Education to be staffed and funded at full strength. WISER - DC #usde #education #educationforall #inclusiveeducation #advocacy #advocate

We are extremely concerned about the cuts in the U.S. Department of Education and how this will impact students who receive special education services. WEG encourages everyone to reach out to their representatives in Congress to express their concerns. Years of progress for students with disabilities may now be lost. This is a pivotal moment. Reda the full article: https://lnkd.in/ehXKQQ6M #usdepartmentofeducation #USEducation #advocatelikeamother #neurodivergent #neurodiversity #Neurodivergence #autismawareness #autismacceptance #autismsupport #autismspectrumdisorder #autismmom #education #educationmatters #educationforall #inclusiveeducation #InclusiveLearning #specialeducation #specialeducationteacher #specialeducationmatters #specialeducationadvocate #advocate #advocacymatters #advocate #AdvocacyInAction #DMV WISER - DC

WEG applauds Maryland for being one of 7 states that are suing the federal government over cuts in teacher training by the Trump administration - including cuts in training of teachers for special education and ELL. Read the full article at: https://lnkd.in/e7zsBsWh #Maryland #MarylandPride #Education #educationmatters #educationforall #educational #DeptOfEducation #DepartmentOfEducation #specialeducation #specialeducationmatters #specialeducationadvocate #advocatelikeamother #advocacy #advocates #AdvocacyMatters #advocate #inclusiveeducation #InclusiveEducationmatters #InclusiveLearning #specialeducationteacher #specialeducationteachers #SocialEmotionalLearning #socialemotionalskills #SocialEmotionalDevelopment #socialemotional #DMV WISER - DC

WEG is a proud partner of Maryland Coalition for Gifted and Talented Education. Did you know that WEG provides help in understanding whether or not your child should be identified as GT/2E and what services or programs may be appropriate? We will help you navigate the processes for both identification and appropriate placement. Learn more about WEG's Learning Disabilities Division at https://lnkd.in/eZ-GPCU2 . The WEG Learning Disabilities Division’s primary goal is to assist parent(s)/guardian(s) of students with various learning disabilities in navigating the educational system and securing the appropriate school services and placement options necessary to meet the unique learning needs of your child. Our expertise encompasses a wide range of learning disabilities, including twice-exceptional learners, ensuring that you and your child have access to the resources needed for optimal success. Jennifer Engel Fisher, M.S., Assistant Director of Weinfeld Education Group, leads the Advocacy, School Selection, and Educational Assessment divisions, overseeing a team of dedicated advocates. With extensive experience as an educator and a passion for empowering parents through special education/Section 504 processes, Jennifer brings a wealth of knowledge in developing strength-based IEPs, Section 504 Plans, data collection, educational assessments, training, and differentiated instruction. Her background in administering and analyzing educational assessments provides parents with concrete data to make informed decisions for their child's educational programming. Together, we strive to create an environment where students with learning disabilities can thrive and achieve their full potential. Learn about our services at www.WEGadvocacy.com . #learning #learningdisabilities #learningdisability #learningdisabilityawareness #learningdifferences #learningdifficulties #advocatelikeamother #advocates #advocate #inclusiveeducation #InclusiveCommunity #inclusivity #inclusionmatters #InclusionRevolution #InclusiveLearning #advocacy #AdvocacyMatters #DMV #twiceexceptional #2E #gifted #giftededucation #giftedandtalented #IEP #IEPSupport #iepmeetings #IEPRights #ieper #education WISER - DC

At a time when more students than ever require mental health support to access their educations, we must not cut back on school-based mental health programs. Read the full article from Bethesda Magazine | Bethesda Today: https://lnkd.in/eYRPmmit #mentalhealth #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthmatters #mentalwellness #wellbeing #mentalhealthsupport #mentalhealthadvocate #familyhealth #teenmentalhealth #studentmentalhealth #mentalhealthservices #education #EducationMatters #educationforall #advocatelikeamother #advocates #advocate #DisabilityAdvocacy #disabilityadvocate #DMV WISER - DC

Join Weinfeld Education Group at the Ivymount Organization Resource Fair TODAY! Connect with dozens of exhibitors in the DC region from across the following areas: - Behavioral Services - Schools - Educational Advocacy - Therapeutic Services - Transition - Financial Planning - Accessibility - Recreation/Fitness - Camps Learn more and register at https://lnkd.in/d63uD-ex . #dmv #specialneedsparent #specialneedsparenting

Strategies for Successful Advocacy in IEP Meetings Presenters: - Michael Eig, Esq., of MICHAEL J EIG & ASSOCIATES PC - Jennifer Engel Fisher, M.S., of Weinfeld Education Group - Meghan Probert, Esq., of Michael Eig and Associates Brief Session Description: Walking into an IEP meeting with many people on the other side of the table speaking in what is often an unfamiliar language can be intimidating. In this session, the experienced special educator and attorneys will detail advocacy strategies for parents, advocates, and attorneys to utilize throughout the IEP process to ensure success. For additional information and to register for this discussion brought to you by Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates, Inc. , visit https://lnkd.in/eUr_U_JK . #IEP #IEPSupport #iepadvocacy #IEPRights #advocatelikeamother #NeurodiversityMatters #neurodiversityawareness #specialneedsadvocacy #DisabilityAdvocacy #specialneedsfamily #neurodiversityacceptance #education #specialneedsadvocate #advocacymatters #educationmatters #educationforall #specialeducation @WISER - DC #copaaconference27 #copaaconference

WEG joins other disability advocates in strongly objecting to Elon Musk's frequent and highly offensive use of the word "retard" in his communications. Now, more than ever, we ask him to lead by example. Read the article: https://lnkd.in/gRKeRn4j #Rword #leadbyexample #LeadByAction #specialneedsadvocacy #specialneedsfamily #specialneedsadvocate #specialneedsmom #specialneeds #specialneedsparenting #neurodiversity #NeurodiversityMatters #neurodiversityacceptance #neurodiversityawareness #wordsmatter #neurodiverse #advocate #AdvocateForChange #advocatelikeamother #advocateforkids #Advocacy #advocacymatters #AdvocacyInAction #inclusiveeducation #education WISER - DC #elonmusk #DMV #disability #disabilityinclusion #disabilityadvocate #DisabilityAdvocacy

Did you know that WEG offers an online course for educators? It is an online, self-paced course, based on Weinfeld Education Group’s Founder Rich Weinfeld, “Special Needs Advocacy Resource Book” with Michelle R. Davis . Learn more about our course at: https://lnkd.in/ekHV8m62 The book is available on Amazon at: https://lnkd.in/e4iY9Dpg The course provides a strong foundation in the principles of special needs advocacy, with an emphasis on practical application of the fundamental legal requirements that drive special needs education. No matter what your role is in the school system or outside of the school system, it’s important that you understand why special needs identification and planning works the way that it does. Whether for salary advancement or recertification, CE Credits Online offers best-in-class continuing education courses for teachers including LAUSD Salary Points and NYC P Credits. This six-module, 45 hour graduate-level course offers options for 3 credits or a certificate of completion. #specialneeds #specialneedsadvocate #specialneedsadvocacy #specialeducation #specialeducationteacher #specialeducationclassroom #specialedteacher #inclusiveeducation #inclusive #inclusion #inclusiveness #education #educationmatters #educationforall #neurodivergent #neurodiversity #neurodiverse #specialneedsfamily #specialneedsmom #specialneedskids #specialneedsparenting #dmv #specialeducationalneeds #specialneedsteacher