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Mrs. Tucker has worked in the public school system for 26 years, working primarily with students with special needs. She has served as Special Education Team Leader and as Special Education Department Chairperson.
Alicia Tucker, is a Special Education Advocate in the Clear Lake area and is able to help parents get the best education possible for their special needs child. Alicia can attend IEP and 504 meetings to ensure that the school is providing the services your child needs
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Autism, a neurological condition, is characterized by differences in social communication and interaction, alongside restricted interests and repetitive behaviors.
Intellectual disability is a condition characterized by limitations in cognitive functioning and adaptive behaviors, impacting an individual's everyday life and learning abilities.
Emotional disturbance refers to a condition in which an individual exhibits inappropriate behaviors, emotions, or both, leading to difficulties in social interactions and academic performance.
Children with ODD often exhibit stubbornness, argumentativeness, and a tendency to deliberately provoke others, leading to significant impairment in social, academic, and familial functioning.
Advocates emphasize the importance of understanding ADHD as a unique neurological variation rather than a flaw, promoting acceptance, support, and accommodations for individuals with ADHD to thrive.
OHI is an engaging platform offering insightful content tailored to advocate interests, fostering community and empowerment through knowledge sharing.
A specific learning disability is a neurodevelopmental disorder affecting the brain's ability to receive, process, analyze, or store information. It can manifest in difficulties with reading, writing, math, or other cognitive processes despite average or above-average intelligence
A speech impairment refers to any condition that affects a person's ability to produce sounds correctly or fluently, or to use their vocal cords, tongue, lips, or other speech-related structures effectively.
A few topics Alicia can present include: “How to help de-escalate a child with intense behaviors”, “How to utilize a Safe Place within the classroom”, “Using visuals effectively”, “Documentation and collecting data on IEP goals and behaviors” and “Building rapport with sensitive and students with challenging behaviors”. She can also tailor presentations to address specific needs of the staff
Every child deserves a free appropriate public education. Alicia is committed to advocate for your child’s individual needs. She understands the struggles that go along with trying to understand the special education system. If you are a parent in the Clear Lake area, Alicia Tucker will provide advocacy services that includes reviewing your child’s current paperwork, all testing that has been completed, current IEP and services your child is receiving through the school.
Clear Lake area parents, if you have any concerns about your child’s special education services or accommodations, it is important to consult with a special education advocate who can help you understand your rights and options. No matter what your child is diagnosed with (Autism, ADHD, Speech, etc..) Alicia will advocate for your child to make sure his/her IEP is tailored specifically for your child’s needs and that it is being implemented with fidelity.
Testimonials
Osman Balaman2024-12-05We worked with Sunnye Garza, and she is great! If you need help with your child's school needs related to any school related issue, don't look for anybody else. This is the right place. They are very accommodating, and true experts! Thank you both so much!
Shavonda Watkins2024-11-16Alicia is very knowledgeable about the laws and school policies for special education services. She is flexible and available at the spare of the moment. Alicia advocates for your child with sincerity. You would think it's her own child is fighting in defense for. She is amazing to have as your child's advocate.
Detrick Chatman2024-11-16It was an honor to have Mrs. Sunnye Garza as an advocate. She was patient with us in this difficult stressful situation. She was kind and professional, kept up with all the details, and was persistent on what needed to be done. Excellent in ARD meeting, will recommend her to anyone.
Sharon Johnston2024-11-07Words alone cannot express the gratitude that my family and I have.I want to thank Alicia and Sunnye for being our son’s special education advocate. They are extremely knowledgeable and supportive and passionate about all things when it comes to special education.There truly have your child best interest at heart,I would recommend then to anyone looking for advocacy
Ashley Wynn2024-10-18Highly recommend! Alicia clearly has a true care for her clients and passion for her work. From the moment I reached out to her, she took the time to answer any questions/concerns I had for our upcoming school meeting (that afternoon), and made sure I felt confident about our rights and expectations going into this meeting alone. After that meeting, I hired Alicia to represent us as our advocate and she got right to work. She thoroughly went over all prior testing and paperwork/accommodations and came up with a plan of action. She initiated communication between us and the school and was able to get a second meeting set up fairly quickly. During this ARD, she was able to represent us entirely to ensure we received the reasonable expectation accommodations and the process went so smooth! It is very obvious that this is Alicia’s passion and I am so glad that we have her in our corner!
Lo2024-10-17As a mother of a behavioral Special Ed child, from second grade into now 7th, I have struggled continuously to get through year after year of school. Constantly fighting the system to team up WITH instead of against me, for the success of my child. Trying to get staff and teachers to take me seriously as a single mother and to not be written off as “part of the problem”. As a whole, the schools try to help, and some staff members truly do grow to love your child, but most tend to look for the easy way out of dealing with them. I recently found myself in the worst position yet, as my child’s disability finally led to charges being pressed by a school official. Against the protection of his Special Ed diagnosis. I panicked, felt completely alone, and had no idea where to go from here. A co-worker mentioned an advocate and immediately searched up Ms Alicia Tucker. I called, sure that I was going to get a receptionist who would promise me a call back that I would never receive. Instead I got Alicia’s personal cell phone which she answered in the middle of her own personal business that day. She instantly went into action, got the necessary info, and initiated a plan within the hour. But most of all, she promised I was no longer alone, and that she would dive into my situation with me. Here we are two weeks later, and she has gone to bat for myself and my child, facilitated a successful meeting, and guided me through a process that I would still be staring blankly at, had I been left alone through it all. She never ignored my calls or texts, regardless of time of day, or day of the week. And she truly took into account, my personal abilities, finances, and all around situation. She delivered everything she promised and more, and will be retained by my side indefinitely. I can’t speak highly enough about Ms Tucker.
Doucet Enterprise Consulting Texas2024-10-10Mrs. Tucker was exceptional and very responsive and listened to our needs. Her expertise was instrumental for our process of dealing with school system.
Yen Nguyen2024-10-06I am so happy to find Ms Alicia . She was very responsive to all my questions and concerns . Shes very knowledgeable about special education and I can tell she’s very passionate at what she does. I can’t thank her enough and will definitely use her service again in the future 👍
Infinity Carmody2024-10-04I cannot say enough amazing things about Alicia Tucker! We hired her to advocate for our daughter during an extremely difficult situation in the school, Mrs. Tucker was professional but stern. She was knowledgeable regarding our daughter rights in special education and really fought to make sure our daughter is in an environment that she is safe and able to excel in. We could not have navigated this without her and we will use her for any future meetings and ARD meetings.
Jayla RX2024-09-29I cannot express enough how grateful I am for Alicia Tucker's incredible advocacy during my child’s IEP process. Alicia is truly a remarkable advocate, and I wholeheartedly recommend her to anyone in need of someone who genuinely cares and fights for what is right. From the moment we began working together, Alicia made me feel truly heard, understood, and supported, always ensuring I never felt like I was navigating the process alone. Alicia is firm yet compassionate, bringing a level of professionalism and dedication that is unmatched. She took the time to fully understand my child’s unique needs and goals, ensuring that every concern I had was addressed in a meaningful way. With Alicia by my side, the school became significantly more responsive and compliant with our requests. Her commitment and expertise made a world of difference, and I truly cannot thank her enough for her efforts. If you’re seeking an advocate who will stand up for your child and deliver real results, Alicia Tucker is the person you need.
Autism advocacy in Clear Lake, Texas, like in many communities, aims to improve the quality of life for individuals with autism, provide support services and their families. Long-term goals often focus on enhancing awareness, support, education, and inclusion. Some specific long-term goals are:
Supporting advocacy initiatives for Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) in Clear Lake, Texas, involves leveraging local, state, and national resources. These resources can help provide information, training, support services, and community engagement to effectively advocate for individuals with ODD. Some key resources include the Bay Area Council on Drugs and Alcohol (BACODA) which provides prevention, intervention, and recovery services for individuals and families affected by substance abuse and related behavioral issues. Also, Family Service Center of Galveston County that offers counseling and mental health services, including support for families dealing with behavioral disorders such as ODD. Lastly, Gulf Coast Center which provides mental health services, including therapy and support for individuals with behavioral disorders. By utilizing these resources, advocacy initiatives in Clear Lake can be strengthened to provide better support for individuals with ODD and their families.
Specific Learning Disabilities (SLDs) can manifest in various ways in children. Recognizing the signs and symptoms early can help in seeking appropriate interventions and support. In Clear Lake, as in other areas, these signs can be observed across different academic and functional domains. Some of the common signs are: Difficulty with phonological processing and poor decoding skills, slow and labored reading, poor reading comprehension, avoidance of reading activities, poor handwriting, difficulty with spelling, trouble with writing organization, problems with basic arithmetic, struggles with math facts, challenges with math concepts and anxiety or frustration with math. Recognizing and addressing specific learning disabilities early can make a significant difference in a child’s academic and personal development. Utilizing available resources in Clear Lake can help provide the necessary support and interventions.
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