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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.
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Kayla Graves2026-05-22Working with Ms. Gina is the best decision I could have made. She is knowledgeable, efficient, and truly goes to bat for her clients. I felt supported and well-represented throughout the entire process. Thank you, Ms. Gina, for your outstanding service!
Neya Ambalathunkal2026-05-22I cannot say enough great things about the support I received from Gina. Despite having very little notice before our meeting, she came fully prepared — she clearly put in extra time after hours to make sure we were ready. She presented herself with such calm and professionalism, and that made a huge difference for me going into a stressful situation. She advocated strongly for my daughter and helped guide the meeting toward the outcome we were hoping for. I felt supported every step of the way. If you’re a parent navigating the special education process, I highly recommend her services. We are so happy with the experience and grateful for everything she did for our family. Tucker Special Education Advocates are true to their word and have fair pricing as well. We are happy with our experience with them.
Ayana Hutchinson2026-05-21We used Alicia Tucker Special Education Advocates to help us navigate the often confusing special education system, and the experience was outstanding. Prior to working with them, we felt like we were being given the runaround by the school district and were making little to no progress advocating for our child. Working with this advocacy company made a huge difference. They simplified the process and ensured we fully understood our child’s rights every step of the way. Our advocate, Gina, was exceptional! She attended our ARD meeting and brought a level of knowledge and professionalism that truly elevated the conversation. She helped guide the meeting, ensured our concerns were addressed, and advocated effectively for our child’s needs. Most importantly, she helped us achieve the outcomes our child is entitled to. Having someone knowledgeable and confident in our corner made all the difference. We are incredibly grateful for their support and are happy to continue our journey with them as we move forward. We highly recommend their services — 10/10 experience.
A Google User2026-05-21Alicia Tucker is an absolutely incredible advocate. From the very beginning, she made me feel heard, supported, and confident that my child’s needs truly mattered. She is extremely knowledgeable about the school system, special education services, and student rights, and you better believe she will fight tirelessly to make sure your child will receive the support and accommodations they deserve! She goes into every meeting prepared, professional, and determined to advocate for what is best for your child!! I couldn’t recommend her and her team enough!!!! Thank you Alicia!!!! ❤️❤️
Dimitria King2026-05-20I cannot thank Gina Schmidt and the entire Tucker Education Advocates team enough for their support during this process for my son. Candace immediately reached out to schedule a consultation and Alicia personally contacted me to gather additional information to better support my son’s educational needs. The team moved quickly, reviewed records, communicated with the district, and prepared for my son’s ARD meeting right away. Throughout this stressful process, I felt heard, supported, and reassured every step of the way. Gina and her team have been professional, responsive, compassionate, and extremely knowledgeable. Their guidance helped me better understand my rights and advocate confidently for my son’s education and future. I am truly grateful and blessed to have Tucker Education Advocates supporting my family, and I would absolutely recommend them to any parent seeking an advocate for their child.
Wes Machalica2026-04-30I've had a great experience with Tucker Advocacy. I really appreciate the knowledge and professionalism that Ms. Tucker and her team bring to the table and it's encouraging to know that my student is receiving the best representation in her accommodation process. Huge thanks to Ms. Tucker and her team for all the support and for helping us through the ARDs!
Claudia Gonzalez Chavira2026-04-24I don’t know what I would have done without them ! More then a service they offer you a sincere concern for your needs! Gave me peace of mind the most important is there knowledge if the laws that protect our children! I don’t feel alone with the issues regarding my son’s rights!
Jeff Smith2026-04-23Very knowledgeable and very professional. Highly recommended!
kristen Padgett2026-03-03We are so incredibly grateful for Gina with Tucker Advocates. She went above and beyond advocating for our daughter and made us feel supported every step of the way. Gina is knowledgeable, professional, and truly understands special education. She came prepared, explained everything clearly, and made sure our concerns were heard and addressed. Because of her, we felt confident walking into meetings instead of overwhelmed. What stood out most was how much she genuinely cares. She fought for what was appropriate for our child and didn’t back down when things got tough. Having her on our side made all the difference. I highly recommend Gina and Tucker Advocates to any parent who needs strong, compassionate advocacy for their child. We couldn’t have done this without her!
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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.