Rising Stars Consulting
Empowering students to reach their full potential through specialized education support
Our Services
IEP Advocacy
Helping families advocate for individualized and unique education every child deserves.
- •Complete review of the IEP with bullet point suggestions for goals, services, accommodations, and long term outcomes
- •Attending meetings and advocating with families in a way that best supports each family's approach
- •Individualized coaching with parents to ensure they know what to ask for in the meeting and their rights as a parent
- •Explaining each component of the IEP in order to maximize the student's potential
- •Proofing and editing drafts of the IEPs until the parents are satisfied with the plan in the IEP
- •Aligning each component of the IEP with future goals such as employment or college readiness
Study Skills
After completing a comprehensive review of the IEP, Mimi creates a plan that combines goals in the IEP as well as other independent living skills to help amplify the student's potential.
- •Expanding and complimenting IEP goals through individualized tutoring
- •Organizational skills such as breaking down large projects into small obtainable parts
- •Creating innovative approaches to reach academic goals that may not be available during a typical school day
- •Assessing and addressing for any prerequisite skills the student may need to reach an IEP goal
Post-Secondary Education Prep
When a student ages out of the school system, it can be overwhelming to navigate Post Secondary Programs for those with disabilities.
- •Navigating the application process and working with the student to create presentations
- •Building a comprehensive resume with the student
- •Working on social skills such as turn taking and asking follow up questions
- •Preparing for interviews and role-playing
- •Organizational skills and daily planning
- •Navigation skills and technology proficiency
- •Appropriate usage of technology for communication
Independent Living Skills
Whether the goal is college or employment, we ensure each student is equipped with the necessary tools to be successful with life after school.
- •Job coaching and environment matching
- •Resume and presentation creation
- •Interviewing skills
- •Organizational techniques
- •Technology usage training
- •Self-advocacy skills
- •Navigation and independence tools
About Mimi Sanders
With over 15 years of experience in special education, I've dedicated my career to helping families navigate the complexities of special needs education. My mission is to ensure every child receives the education they deserve.
As a special education consultant and advocate, I work closely with families to develop comprehensive strategies that support their children's educational journey.