It’s often difficult and emotional for parents to navigate the school system, let alone know the right questions to ask when seeking an IEP or 504. Also, we can serve as an advocate for academic progress and overall development, including students’ cognitive skills, identity, and mental, social and emotional health. At Hawthorne Learning Solutions, Emma Hawthorne is an expert resource who serves as a liaison between your family and the school.
Get the guidance and expertise you need so that your child has the programming and resources that they deserve!
As a former School Principal and Special Education Teacher, Emma knows how to navigate the system and how to guide all parties toward a resolution that is best for the child—from implementation of a specialized education plan to appropriate classroom accommodations.
Together, we’ll assess your student’s strengths and challenges to guide next steps
We’ll review and develop education plans and accommodations and communicate with the school
We’ll accompany you to provide expertise, experience and knowledge to help guide you through the IEP or 504 process
Emails and phone calls ensure you have a cohesive strategy and necessary follow up
We start by meeting with you, the parents or guardian, and will work together to assess your child’s educational needs. We can also draw upon outside resources, such as psychologists and psychiatrists, and form a plan for working with the school. This ranges from emailing counselors and school administrators to setting up formal meetings. Then, we will accompany you to school meetings to ensure appropriate education solutions are put in place.
Our years of experience and expertise, as well as our collaborative approach, help us make the necessary connections, know when to act, and quickly generate a helpful plan. We can help with:
As a former School Principal and Special Education Teacher, Emma has the experience, knowledge, and skills necessary to navigate the education system. She knows the right questions to ask, your rights, and the school’s responsibilities. Her unique skill set and knowledge allows her to work with the school and your family to achieve the goals and solutions your family needs.
Yes, we accompany families to IEP and 504 meetings, as well as other situations at the school.
Our initial meeting is with just the parents.
Contact Emma today so we can set your child up with the learning supports he or she needs to thrive.
Since founding Hawthorne Learning Solutions in 2012, we’ve helped thousands of students in Bellingham and beyond achieve their goals. We’ve taken our passion for learning and genuine interest in students, to help families thrive. We listen, provide honest feedback, and form a plan of how to best educate your child.
(360) 599-5033 | mattandemma@hawthornelearning.net
2110 Iron Street | Bellingham, WA 98225
