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Mrs. Tucker has worked in the public school system for 27 years, working primarily with students with special needs. She has served as Special Education Team Leader and as Special Education Department Chairperson.
Need support navigating ARD meetings and IEPs? Alicia Tucker’s team are trusted ARD meeting advocates dedicated to helping families understand their rights and secure the services their child deserves. With compassion and expertise, Alicia’s team guides you every step of the way to ensure your child’s voice is heard and supported.
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read moreNavigating ARD and IEP meetings can be overwhelming, but you don’t have to do it alone. An experienced special education advocate like Alicia Tucker ensures your voice is heard and your child’s needs are clearly represented. Before any meeting, review your child’s records, prepare questions, and know your rights. During the meeting, stay focused on your child’s goals and don’t be afraid to ask for clarification. An advocate can help translate educational jargon, suggest appropriate services, and keep the team accountable. Remember, you are your child’s best autism advocate—and with the right support, powerful progress is possible.
ARD (Admission, Review, and Dismissal) ARD and IEP meetings are key moments in shaping your child’s educational journey. Come prepared: review evaluations, note concerns, and bring a trusted autism advocate if possible. Know your rights—your input is essential in creating a meaningful plan. Ask questions, request clear explanations, and don’t rush decisions. If you disagree with the recommendations, you have options, including requesting additional evaluations or mediation. Remember, the goal is to create an individualized program that supports your child’s growth. Stay informed, stay involved, and know that your advocacy makes a lasting difference in your child’s success.
Testimonials
Ninfa Segundo2025-10-06This is the one you want in your corner and advocating for your child or loved one . We will continue to use her for now on when it comes to our little one ❤️
Scarlett Coston2025-10-06Very communicative and supportive. And create a collaborative team that’s main goal is to support your student.
Laura Pauley Rich2025-10-01We are beyond grateful for Gina’s support as our special education advocate. She not only orchestrated our son's enrollment plan with the school but also came up with the idea of a graduated return-to-school schedule that truly meets his needs. Gina carried the mental and emotional load of navigating the district on our behalf, which allowed us to focus on being parents instead of constantly battling red tape. Her expertise, compassion, and persistence have made all the difference for our family—we couldn’t have done this without her.
Billy Rawls2025-10-01She was so professional and knowledgeable of every topic that was discussed in the ARD. She showed a caring and strong side when it came down to my child rights. Mrs. Tucker is absolutely the best!!
Renee Verhagen2025-09-28Sunnye is amazing. She is wonderful to work with, extremely knowledgeable, kind and professional. She helped us get the services we desperately needed for our daughter. I highly recommend Sunnye.
Ashlee2025-09-25Alicia and her team are amazing I was having a lot of issues with my daughters school not following her iep and I was lost and overwhelmed Alicia has helped so much the school is def on there toes now and I think with Alicia and her teams continued help we will get to a place where I can rest and not be so stressed trying to research the laws and go back and forth with the school me and my daughter are so glad we found Alicia!
M H2025-09-23I cannot begin to state how impressed I am with our advocate, Sunnye Garza! She was phenomenal from start to finish, taking time to understand our child, their needs, and the opportunities for the services they needed to be successful at school. Sunnye really focused on our child's struggles, and showed genuine empathy. You can really tell that Sunnye is passionate about advocating, and it shows through her work! Overall, you absolutely cannot go wrong asking for Sunnye - she will take the time to understand the situation, assist you with navigating the schools, the IEP process, and ensure that your child is receiving the services he or she needs! She is our go-to lady for all of our child's needs; I only wish I'd found her sooner! I Highly Recommend Sunnye, and THANKS A MILLION!!!
Brandy Ringo2025-08-12If I could give Sunnye more than 5 stars, I would a thousand times over. From the moment we connected she was a steady source of support, guidance, and strength for me during one of the most challenging fights of my life, securing specific accommodations, including but not limited to a one-on-one para my 5-year-old son, who has level three autism, desperately needed but our school district kept pushing against. Sunny was not just knowledgeable and skilled, she was patient with my emotions, my tears, and my fears. She listened without judgment, encouraged me when I felt defeated, and fought alongside me every step of the way. She understood not just the legal side but also the emotional weight a parent carries when advocating for their child. Because of her dedication and expertise, my son is now getting the support he needs to be safe, successful, and truly seen at school. There are not enough stars, words, or thank-yous to express the gratitude I feel. Sunny is not just an advocate, she is a blessing, and I will forever be thankful for the light she brought into this battle.
Amanda beshears2025-05-24Sunnye is extremely knowledgeable and was very willing to listen and help work through all the details of my child’s case. She was very helpful in the ARD when the school was not cooperative.
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Locations we cover:
Alicia Tucker supports families in Coppell through every step of the ARD process with care and clarity.
Navigate ARD meetings in McKinney with confidence—know your rights and secure proper support for your child.
Plano parents can rely on Alicia Tucker to simplify the ARD process and advocate for student success.
In Frisco, Alicia provides advocacy and preparation for ARD meetings so your child’s voice is heard.
Get knowledgeable, compassionate support for your Houston ARD meeting to help your child thrive in school.
Parents in Alvin can count on Alicia to help navigate the complexities of special education and ARD planning.
In Friendswood, Alicia ensures your concerns are addressed and your child’s plan reflects their needs.
Tomball families benefit from expert help understanding evaluations, accommodations, and IEP goals.
Prepare for your ARD meeting in Katy with confidence and clear guidance every step of the way.
Alicia helps Conroe parents advocate effectively and ensures educational services are personalized.
In Pasadena, Alicia works with families to build strong, supportive educational plans through ARD meetings.
Deer Park families can get help reviewing paperwork, setting goals, and navigating ARD decisions.
Alicia supports Clear Lake parents with hands-on help throughout the ARD and IEP process.
In Dickinson, you’ll receive step-by-step ARD meeting support tailored to your child’s specific needs.
The Bay Area community can rely on Alicia for expert ARD and IEP guidance.
LaPorte families can feel empowered and supported through the ARD process with Alicia by their side.
Alicia helps Kingwood parents turn ARD meetings into meaningful progress for their child’s education.
In Alief, Cypress, and CyFair ISDs, Alicia helps parents navigate special education meetings with confidence.
Galena Park parents can work with Alicia to ensure school services match their child’s unique learning needs.
Alicia offers support to Baytown families, helping them speak up and secure vital services for their child.
Webster residents can turn to Alicia for help advocating for tailored educational support.
In Seabrook, Alicia’s advocacy helps ensure ARD meetings are productive and child-centered.
Families in Centerville can get the ARD support they need to make informed, confident decisions.
Buffalo parents benefit from Alicia’s guidance in planning effective, individualized education programs.
In Palestine, Alicia helps simplify the ARD process and keeps the focus on your child’s goals.
Navigate the Madisonville ARD meeting process with support from an experienced, compassionate advocate.
Huntsville families can count on Alicia Tucker for professional ARD support and personalized advocacy.
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An ARD meeting (Admission, Review, and Dismissal) is a formal meeting in special education where a team including parents, educators, and specialists comes together to develop, review, or revise a student’s Individualized Education Program (IEP). This meeting ensures that students with disabilities receive appropriate support and services tailored to their unique needs. During the ARD meeting, the team discusses evaluations, sets educational goals, and determines services or accommodations needed for academic success. Parents play a vital role in decision-making, and their input is essential. The goal of an ARD meeting is to create a clear, collaborative plan that supports student progress.
An ARD (Admission, Review, and Dismissal) meeting brings together a team of individuals who are involved in a student’s education to create or update the student’s IEP. Attendees typically include the student’s parents or guardians, a special education teacher, a general education teacher, a school administrator, and a school evaluation representative. Depending on the student’s needs, related service providers (e.g., speech or occupational therapists) and the student (when appropriate) may also attend. Each member plays a vital role in ensuring the educational plan is appropriate, legal, and supportive of the student’s unique strengths, challenges, and goals for academic success.
The role of the parent in an ARD meeting is vital. As their child’s strongest advocate, the parent ensures that the IEP reflects their child’s unique needs, strengths, and goals. Parents share valuable insight into how their child learns, what challenges they face, and what supports have worked. They ask questions, request clarification, and help shape the services and accommodations their child will receive. By actively participating, parents help hold the school accountable and ensure the IEP is both meaningful and effective. Their advocacy helps create a collaborative, student-centered plan that promotes progress and success in both school and life.
ARD meetings play a crucial role in supporting students with multiple disabilities by creating a tailored IEP that addresses their complex and unique needs. These meetings bring together a team—including educators, specialists, and the parent advocate—who collaborate to ensure the student receives appropriate services, supports, and accommodations. The advocate’s role in the meeting is to ensure the student’s voice and needs are fully represented and that the plan promotes meaningful access to education. Together, the team identifies goals, therapies, and instructional strategies that promote independence and growth, helping the student thrive academically, socially, and emotionally in the least restrictive environment.
Steps to connect with Us
We offer a complimentary 30-minute consultation. During this time, we will address your concerns regarding the current situation and explore potential options for the next steps.
If we both agree to move forward at the end of our conversation, We will provide you with a Consent to Authorize Advocacy and Release of Educational Information to sign and send along with a letter to the school notifying them that you have engaged our services.
We will send you a questionnaire to write all of your concerns regarding the current situation, your goals and reasons for seeking our services, as well as your experiences with your child and the district.
Review of Records involves a comprehensive review of all documents, including past and current evaluations, IEPs, and relevant academic and medical records as well as the questionnaire detailing your concerns.
The advocacy plan will be tailored to your student and specific situation and may include the following:
We require a $200 retainer fee and a completed Client Intake Form before work can begin.
We can also attend meetings with you for a flat rate of $400 which includes travel time.
Please note: If you need to file for due process, there will be an additional fee of $300 required before we can submit the paperwork on your behalf.