Educational Advocacy

Cris Fick, MSed

At FES, we provide educational advocacy services for individuals that may require an Individualized Education Program (IEP) or 504 Plan as defined by law. We have extensive experience in collaborating with families, self-advocates, teachers, and school district personnel to ensure access to a quality education for children with special needs. We have a thorough understanding of education law and the need to safeguard the rights of the individual.

We assist parents to effectively plan for their child’s educational future and navigate through the school district’s special services system. We can also provide ongoing support by monitoring progress made and accompanying families to meetings as needed.

• Meet with parents to obtain information about their children and provide advice
• Review child’s educational records and evaluation reports
• Analysis of Education Program
• Develop appropriate goals for your child’s specific needs and recommend specially designed instruction to support them
• Attendance at IEP, 504 meetings, and parent-teacher conferences
• Help you to prepare both factually and emotionally for IEP meetings, to ensure a collaborative, positive interaction with school personnel and best-case results for your child
• Provide guidance on follow-up correspondence and accountability

Dr. Pamela Wight, EdD

Dr. Pamela Wight is a sophisticated educator with over 20 years of experience in public education.  She has a long history of developing strong Special Education Programs and innovative teaching strategies that adhere to all legal mandates. Dr. Wight had a BA in education with a concentration in Special Education K-12, Master’s Degree in Educational Leadership, and a Doctorate in Education.  She has held positions as a Special Education Teacher, Director of Student Services and Elementary School Principal.  Dr. Wight brings with her a wealth of knowledge working with students with Specific Learning Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Mental Health Disorders, ADHD/ADD, and language-based disabilities.  She has training in Wilson Reading, Project Read, Applied Behavior Analysis, School-wide Behavioral Support Programing., social skills training, executive functioning skill training, and transition planning. She believes that every child can learn and grow and is committed to ensuring all students receive a quality education.

Dr. Wight also is a parent that has experience advocating for her own child with special needs and understands the frustration of making sure that her child received a quality education that met her specific needs. During her spare time, Dr. Wight loves spending quality time with family and friends, traveling, golfing, and playing tennis.  She is a lifelong learner and enjoys taking classes and reading to help further her education and knowledge of the world around her.  Dr. Wight is a passionate educator and is dedicated to advocating for students to meet their highest potential.