School & IEP / 504 Consultation

School & IEP / 504 consultation focuses on building strong, collaborative relationships between families, schools, and support services. The goal is to ensure that students who experience disability or behaviour-related challenges receive support that is educationally meaningful, legally sound, and practically workable in day-to-day classroom life.

We help teams clarify concerns, translate assessment findings into clear educational plans, and connect behaviour support with curriculum, wellbeing, and inclusion. Consultations are guided by local policy and legislation while keeping the student’s priorities, strengths, and dignity at the centre.

How we support school teams

Consultation can be brief and focused or part of more extended work with a school or district.

Preparing for IEP or 504 meetings with clear, behaviour-informed recommendations
Reviewing existing plans, behaviour intervention plans, or safety plans
Linking behaviour support strategies to instructional practices and routines
Clarifying roles between home, school, and external providers
Supporting teams to interpret data and track progress over time
Problem solving around specific transitions, subjects, or times of day
Reflecting on how school culture and systems impact student behaviour

What we can help with

Every school system has its own language and procedures. We work within those frameworks to help teams move from broad concerns to specific, actionable supports.

Clarifying behaviour goals and supports within IEP and 504 documentation
Aligning accommodations, modifications, and behaviour strategies
Coaching staff in preventive, trauma-informed, and restorative approaches
Planning for high-risk situations while maintaining student dignity
Coordinating with related services (e.g., speech, OT, mental health)
Developing practical tools for communication between home and school

How does consultation fit with existing school processes?

Consultation is designed to complement, not replace, school-based processes. We work alongside existing teams, using the same timelines and documentation requirements, so that recommendations can be incorporated efficiently into IEPs, 504 plans, or other planning tools already in use.

Who typically participates in school & IEP / 504 consultations?

We encourage participation from the people who know the student best in each context.

Families and caregivers
Classroom teachers and support staff
Special education or inclusion coordinators
Related service providers and school leadership
The student themselves, where appropriate

Can consultation be provided remotely?

Yes. Many school & IEP / 504 consultations can occur through secure virtual meetings, document review, and follow-up calls. When remote work is used, we are careful to clarify how information will be shared and how recommendations can be trialled and refined on site.

What does a typical consultation process look like?

Processes vary depending on context, but usually include a brief intake, information gathering, one or more joint meetings, and written recommendations that can be folded into IEP or 504 documentation. Follow-up support can be arranged where teams would like help implementing changes or reviewing progress.

Going the Extra Mile

Supporting Complex Needs

Brief case illustrations highlight collaboration with families, schools, and interdisciplinary teams to address high-risk behavior.

Through assessment, data-driven planning, and ongoing coaching, teams build confidence, improve safety, and increase meaningful participation in home, school, and community life.

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Making Connections

Partnering With Schools

Examples include long-term collaboration with districts to support students with significant behavior challenges.

Consultation emphasizes teachable skills, positive supports, and sustainable practices that fit within real-world school environments.

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Funding Resolutions

Interdisciplinary Work

Collaborative projects with medical and psychiatric providers help align behavioral data with treatment decisions.

Shared understanding of behavior patterns, medication effects, and environmental factors supports safer, more effective care.

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