Hi, I’m Robin Beauchemin. I’m a mom, a COPAA-trained special education advocate, and the founder of The Parent Advocate Academy— but I didn’t start here. Years ago, my son was struggling in school. We were told everything was fine, but I knew in my gut it wasn’t. It took years—and a late diagnosis of dyslexia— before he finally got the help he needed. By then, the damage was already done. I was exhausted, frustrated, and full of guilt for not knowing how to fight sooner. So I dove in and learned everything I could about the special education process— how it works, what parents and students are entitled to, and how to navigate the maze of policies, procedures, and school pushback. I trained through COPAA (the Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates), and since then, I’ve supported families both behind the scenes and at the IEP table—writing letters, preparing strategies, and attending PPT meetings to help ensure their voices are heard. Advocating for your child shouldn’t feel like going to battle. With the right tools and a little guidance, you can take control of the process—and I’ll show you how.