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From Classroom Teacher to Full-Time Advocate – Why I Still Teach

From Classroom Teacher to Full-Time Advocate – Why I Still TeachBy: Dominique McLellan Published on: 12/08/2025

Discover how a teacher’s insight led to full-time special education advocacy—how the teaching isn't over, it's just different and how it can support your family.

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From Classroom Teacher to Full-Time Advocate – Why I Still Teach

Why I Do This Work – From Teacher to Advocate

Why I Do This Work – From Teacher to AdvocateBy: Dominique McLellan Published on: 12/08/2025

From classroom teacher to IEP advocate—why I left teaching to support families navigating special education in Texas

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Why I Do This Work – From Teacher to Advocate

How to Draft and Create a Parent Vision Statement

 How to Draft and Create a Parent Vision StatementBy: Dominique McLellan Published on: 03/08/2025

Learn step-by-step how to write a powerful Parent Vision Statement for your child’s IEP or 504 plan—plus examples and tips from an advocate.

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 How to Draft and Create a Parent Vision Statement

Why Create A Vision Statement

Why Create A Vision StatementBy: Dominique McLellan Published on: 28/07/2025

Learn why creating a Parent Vision Statement empowers families in the IEP process and helps schools understand the whole child—not just the paperwork.

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Why Create A Vision Statement