Michelle R. Davis, M. Ed.Owner, ConsultantABCs for Life Success, LLCwww.abc4lifesuccess.comabc4succes@msn.comMichelle's passion is working with and protecting the civil rights of children with disabilities. She's an expert in the field of special education. She has been a special educator in the school system, and now is in private practice. Her James Madison and Johns Hopkins University degrees are in the field of special education. Consulting: Michelle assists parents of kids with special needs in navigating the complex school processes required to secure school services and placement. She's an expert in dyslexia and other specific learning disabilities, Autism, social emotional and behavioral needs of students, emotional disturbances, and other health impairments, including rare and complex medical conditions. Call her today if you have questions whether a child you know is making sufficient progress, is in the right school placement, or is receiving the correct evidence based interventions. Evaluation and assessment: Michelle is an adjunct professor at George Washington University, currently teaching Developmental Assessment (prior courses include Legal Issues and Collaborative Consultation). She and her group conduct comprehensive educational evaluations. Make an appointment to find out if your child has made progress, to discover her current academic skills, and to gather data to support educational decision making. Special Needs Advocacy Training Institute:3 graduate level credits are available for this comprehensive, hands-on training opportunity that focuses on all aspects of the federal, state and local laws that govern the delivery of specialized instruction and services. It is a 4 day course with assignments in between days. Learn all you need to know to more effectivey serve or advocate for your child with special needs. We will come to your city if you gather a group of 10! Register today for fall, winter and spring sessions!Radio show host:"Teach Your Children Well: Hot Topics in Education" hit the air in spring 2008. Interviews with Ray Kurzweil, Carol Ann Tomlinson, Jonathan Mooney, Michelle Rhree and many more can be heard on her website. Author:Michelle's second book, School Success for Kids with Emotional and Behavior DisordersAwards include:Eddie Dalton Special Education AwardOutstanding EducatorRita Ives Award Outstanding ContributionMichelle's personal interests include:Home repair and building (she's a certified plumber and drywaller), riding and fixing motorcycles, spending time at the beach, and reading special education case law :)