Working Together for All Students
Services for ParentsAdvocacy- Understanding and navigating the educational system is difficult. Having someone to help can make a significant difference in your child's school experience.
As a parent advocate, we will accompany you to any meeting, review any paperwork and help clarify any proposed evaluations or services. In addition, a parent advocate can help the parent be heard and ensure meaningful participation in their child's education. Independent Educational Evaluation- When a school conducts an evaluation of a child and the parent does not agree with the results of the evaluation, the parent has the right to receive an independent educational evaluation paid for by the school. |
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Although RespectED is physically located in San Antonio, TX, we offer services to families and schools throughout Texas and across the nation. Some services can be offered through digital formats (online conferencing, phone conferencing, email) while other services must be provided in person. Upon agreeable pre-arrangements, we are willing to travel to provide services. |
About Dr. Laurie McGarry Klose
Dr. Laurie McGarry Klose is the owner of RespectED, LLC, a consulting firm that provides services to schools and families. She has served as an Clinical Associate Professor of School Psychology at Baylor University, Associate Professor and School Psychology Program Director at Trinity University and a school psychology faculty member at Texas State University which included serving as the Director of Assessment for both the Clinic for Autism Research, Evaluation and Support and the University Assessment and Counseling Clinic. Prior to becoming a faculty member, Dr. Klose worked as a public school based school psychologist for 12 years in California, Massachusetts and Texas. Professional leadership positions include President of Texas Association of School Psychologists, President of the National Association of School Psychologists, numerous state and national committees and Chair of the NASP Ethics and Professional Practices Board. Dr. Klose has also served on the Board of Directors of the Autism Community Network and the Medical and Scientific Advisory Board of the Winston School of San Antonio.
About Amanda Real, SSP
Amanda Real is a licensed specialist in school psychology and nationally certified school psychologist. She has experience working in public schools as a licensed specialist in school psychology at the campus level as well as a behavior specialist, coordinator, and director of special education services at the district level. Regionally, Amanda has previously served as the Child Find consultant for the Education Service Center, Region 20 in San Antonio, TX. Amanda’s professional leadership has included various roles on the board of the Texas Association of School Psychologists (TASP), including President of the Association. Amanda has a passion for high-quality support and services to students with disabilities and the individuals who provide them.
Dr. Laurie McGarry Klose is the owner of RespectED, LLC, a consulting firm that provides services to schools and families. She has served as an Clinical Associate Professor of School Psychology at Baylor University, Associate Professor and School Psychology Program Director at Trinity University and a school psychology faculty member at Texas State University which included serving as the Director of Assessment for both the Clinic for Autism Research, Evaluation and Support and the University Assessment and Counseling Clinic. Prior to becoming a faculty member, Dr. Klose worked as a public school based school psychologist for 12 years in California, Massachusetts and Texas. Professional leadership positions include President of Texas Association of School Psychologists, President of the National Association of School Psychologists, numerous state and national committees and Chair of the NASP Ethics and Professional Practices Board. Dr. Klose has also served on the Board of Directors of the Autism Community Network and the Medical and Scientific Advisory Board of the Winston School of San Antonio.
About Amanda Real, SSP
Amanda Real is a licensed specialist in school psychology and nationally certified school psychologist. She has experience working in public schools as a licensed specialist in school psychology at the campus level as well as a behavior specialist, coordinator, and director of special education services at the district level. Regionally, Amanda has previously served as the Child Find consultant for the Education Service Center, Region 20 in San Antonio, TX. Amanda’s professional leadership has included various roles on the board of the Texas Association of School Psychologists (TASP), including President of the Association. Amanda has a passion for high-quality support and services to students with disabilities and the individuals who provide them.