Welcome to Starr Consulting
My Story
Starr Consulting & Advocacy was begun in 2016. As a mother of children with Autism and other special educational needs I had to navigate the public school system on my own starting in 1997. Autism wasn’t a “thing” at the time. I remember one teacher saying to me, “We don’t like telling parents that their child is mentally retarded.” This was said in response to my question as to why no one had pointed me in the direction of an evaluation for my young son who was struggling with social skills and expressive language in early elementary school. I will never forget that experience and the ones that inevitably followed. I have been on both sides of the I.E.P. table so when I tell you that I know how you feel, believe that.
After years of fighting this fight alone, and two more children who required services for both gifted students and Dyslexia – ADHD, I found my calling in helping other parents who face the same battles- and win. My professional experience is deeply rooted in a combination of education and social services. This enables me to have positive relationships with both school personnel, administration, parents, and service providers.
Welcome to Starr Consulting
QUALIFICATIONS
ADVOCACY SERVICES
QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s Degree BS Ed, S.U.N.Y. New Paltz, 2001
Certified Special Education Advocate, Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates, 2018
Graduate, Paralegal Studies; USF, 2020
Florida DOE #1149492
EXPERIENCE
ADVOCACY SERVICES
QUALIFICATIONS
I have attended hundreds of I.E.P. meetings over the years both in person and via video/telephone conference. I’ve filed several state complaints with successful outcomes and participated in Mediation proceedings to support parents and their students.
ADVOCACY SERVICES
ADVOCACY SERVICES
ADVOCACY SERVICES
As your private advocate, I will assist you in communicating effectively with school personnel, request needed evaluations, interpret the ‘education-ese’ often thrown around to intimidate you and accompany you to any meetings where your student's educational environment is discussed.
NEWSWORTHY!
UNCOVERED!
FREE CONSULTATIONS
TUTORING SERVICES
Read about a previous case in Flagler County Public Schools here: https://flaglerlive.com/reprimands-belle-terre/
TUTORING SERVICES
FREE CONSULTATIONS
TUTORING SERVICES
Subjects include ELA & Essay Writing (All Grades), Study Skills based on Individual Learning Syles, Executive Functioning (organization/planning) and more!
FREE CONSULTATIONS
FREE CONSULTATIONS
Take advantage of a free consultation from the comfort of your own home. I provide a free 30-minute consultation by phone, in person or via video conference. I will review one document (evaluation, IEP, etc.) prior to the appointment to better inform me of the current situation. Call now to schedule!
ASSISTANCE WITH PRIVATE PLACEMENTS
Want to find a good alternative to public schools? With Florida's scholarship programs there are more choices than ever before. I can assist you with finding an alternative program by doing the legwork for you. I will research the schools' history, performance measures, reviews, and services available. I can assist you when meeting with school staff to ensure the right questions are asked and answered. I can provide wrap around services that will serve to ensure an easy transition.
RESOURCES & REFERRALS
REAL CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
Having lived in Volusia County Florida for 15 years and being in the social service and education fields all that time, I am very familiar with both supportive services and local providers. If I can't meet your individual needs, the chances are very good that I know someone who can. I have working relationships with all types of professionals from ABA providers to Crisis Response personnel in and around Volusia County Florida.
REAL CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
REAL CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
"It was wonderful to have a strong advocate on our side. Dawn hit on every concern we have for my grandsons placement and services. My daughter and I are thrilled to have her guidance through the BS the school has tried to feed us. Thanks Dawn!!!"
(Barbara R. Volusia County)
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CLIENT TESTIMONIALS
Emeka Obi Anyiam-Owner, Embridge Counseling Services, Volusia County FL- https://www.embridgecounse
Knowing Dawn from a professional and personal standpoint has helped me to understand how she operates in both environments. She is a loving mother who advocates for her children as well as a great advocate for other families who may be struggling to meet the needs of their children academically. I have worked with her on multiple cases in the past and as such I believe strongly that when called on to help a child she goes above and beyond to get the task done. If you are looking for someone to advocate for a child, with a loving heart, who is creative, focused, reliable, and responsible, Dawn Starr is the person to go to. She’s a great listener and is very quick to identify the loopholes and solutions that will help your child move forward academically and succeed. I Trusted Her Work back then and I Trust Her Work now. You will not be disappointed.
Chantel N. - Parent
Dawn is a rock! She has a passion for helping our kids and I could hear it in our phone consult, she gets our kids. I am so thankful that she was placed in my path. Dawn got more done in ONE meeting than anything that was offered by the district in the last 4 years (on my own). Dawn was not met with a single NO, where I was repeatedly told we have to do XYZ first…..if only she had been in my area 4 years ago!! I can breathe with Dawn on my side of the table. You will want her on yours.
Lindsey E.- Parent
Dawn Starr is simply the BEST! She commands attention the moment she walks in the door. While she doesn't back down, she maintains a good relationship with everyone she deals with. I was tired of fighting the schools without success and then we found Dawn. I can't describe fully the feeling of peace I have at IEP meetings with her by my side. From start to finish she advocates for our children while taking the weight off of us parents. She is highly knowledgeable and most importantly she gets results! Our family is so thankful for her services and we will continue to use her.
Maureen G.- Parent
I will never go to another IEP meeting without Dawn Starr.. and you shouldn’t either! She went above and beyond for my son and got him services I didn’t even know he was entitled to!
Jennifer W.- Parent
When I first moved to Florida, I wasn’t sure where to start to help my daughter with her special needs. Dawn was my Rock and helped me find another amazing person who specializes in my daughters needs. She is definitely devoted to her job.
Thank you Dawn! Jen
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