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 Dickinson 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.
Services
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 Dickinson 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.
Dickinson 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
Kristen Chambliss2025-01-11Alicia is kind, empathic, professional, and knowledgeable. I’m so grateful we found her! She’s done an amazing job getting supports in place for our child, and she is respectful of school administrators so she gets results.
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.
Special Education Advocates are vital in supporting efforts to address Oppositional Defiant Disorder (ODD) in Dickinson. Their involvement can significantly improve the educational and social outcomes for students with ODD. They work closely with teachers, counselors, and administrators to develop and implement behavioral strategies that support the student’s educational and emotional needs. They help families navigate the process of securing necessary services, including special education, mental health support, and extracurricular activities that can aid in social development. Advocates provide parents with training and resources to better understand ODD and how to support their child’s educational and behavioral needs at home. By providing these services, Special Education Advocates help ensure that students with ODD in Dickinson receive the appropriate support and accommodations necessary to thrive academically and socially.
An autism advocate in Dickinson plays a vital role in supporting individuals with autism and their families. Their responsibilities encompass a wide range of activities aimed at ensuring individuals with autism receive appropriate services, support, and opportunities for growth and inclusion. They assist in creating, reviewing, and optimizing Individualized Education Programs (IEPs) and 504 Plans to ensure they meet the specific needs of the student. They help coordinate services across various domains, such as educational, medical, and therapeutic services, to create a comprehensive support system. They provide training and resources to parents and caregivers, empowering them to advocate effectively for their child’s needs. Advocates help identify and implement behavioral strategies and interventions that can be used both at school and at home to manage challenging behaviors associated with autism.By fulfilling these roles, autism advocates in Dickinson help ensure that individuals with autism have access to the resources and support they need to thrive academically, socially, and personally.
Intellectual disability advocacy is crucial in Dickinson for several reasons, all aimed at improving the quality of life, access to services, and opportunities for individuals with intellectual disabilities and understanding their rights. An advocate ensures that students with intellectual disabilities have the same access to educational opportunities and resources as their peers, fostering an inclusive learning environment. Advocates work to reduce the stigma associated with intellectual disabilities, fostering a more inclusive and supportive community environment. They also help individuals with intellectual disabilities and their families develop self-advocacy skills, empowering them to speak up for their own needs and rights. They are also able to help families plan for the long-term future, considering aspects such as housing, financial security, and ongoing care needs for these individuals in the Dickinson area.
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