Bridge Educational Advocacy

05/09/2024

Communication and Participation are the tools that bring people together. Bridge Educational Advocacy works to ensure that all students and their families have a voice.

At 29 years old, Jordyn Zimmerman is autistic and nonspeaking but she's making her voice heard on some of the most prestigious stages. Jamie Wax sat down with Zimmerman in her first broadcast television interview to discuss the struggles she faced growing up, the way that a communication app on an i...

03/04/2024

I am an educational advocate, so I work to support students and families to ensure that students receive the services necessary to be successful as learners. As my practice has grown, I need assistance with clerical support (typing, filing, etc.) and I may also need assistance with running errands to support the business. To learn more about Bridge Educational Advocacy, take a look at the website at www.beadvocacy.com

Any prospective administrative assistant would need to be fully vaccinated as my office based in my home. We're located on the northside of Chicago (Lincoln Square). We are looking to hire someone immediately, so if you are interested, please let us know.

Pepi M Silverman

Bridge Educational Advocacy is an educational advocacy firm for students and their families seeking assistance to work with their school district

08/05/2023

I had the privilege of participating in a new podcast https://www.facebook.com/1280547700/videos/3476840859205200/

06/02/2023

Planning for your children's futures is a critical responsibility for parents. Start your planning early and gather information from multiple sources. Bridge Educational Advocacy works to support students and families to ensure that children receive the supports that are needed. www.beadvocacy.com

Leanne's Talk "Guardianship and Disability Justice: It Doesn't End with Britney Spears" sheds light on advocacy not just for the disability community, but al...

11/24/2022

The holiday of Thanksgiving provides me an opportunity to reflect. Appreciation and gratitude are feelings I cherish everyday. I feel so grateful for all of the wonderful families I have had the privilege of working with and for on behalf of their children. I am honored to work alongside parents who demonstrate commitment, diligence, and resilence. I have seen incredible growth and perseverance amongst the students I represent. Most importantly, I have been inspired by the power of education and the many ways it can impact both the present and the future. While the challenges are many, the opportunities can outnumber those barriers when people work together.

06/04/2022

Seeking A Creative Homebound Special Education Teacher:
Pay is $50-70 per hour, depending on credentials and experience. Schedule is Monday-Friday, from 9:45am til 2:45pm. Family in North Naperville has 3 daughters who need all instruction to be in the home due to their medical conditions. Current skill levels are 1st grade to 3rd grade. Seeking certified teacher experienced in modifying and delivering special education instruction. LBS1 endorsement and elementary experience highly preferred. Seeking commitment for 2022-2023 school year. Breaks throughout the year chosen collaboratively by educators and family. Program is overseen by an ISBE-certified special education administrator privately hired by family. Most instruction is 1:1. Must be fully vaccinated and boosted against Covid. Mask usage required. Thanks for reading

05/25/2022

As a former school administrator, I have attended more meetings than I can count about how schools can be safe learning environments. As an advocate, I engage in daily discussions on how to support students and ensure that every learner receives the supports necessary to benefit from their instruction. We must come together, put children first, and plan for a future in which school buildings can be safe from gun violence. If you have educational concerns for your child, contact Bridge Educational Advocacy for assistance.

05/11/2022

At the end of each school year, we reflect on the accomplishments of our children. This commencement speech is so inspirational that I was compelled to share it. Bridge Educational Advocacy is dedicated to ensure that all learners receive the supports necessary to benefit from their instruction. If you have educational concerns for your child, contact Bridge Educational Advocacy for assistance.

05/11/2022

At the end of each school year, we reflect on the accomplishments of our children. This commencement speech is so inspirational that I was compelled to share it. Bridge Educational Advocacy is dedicated to ensure that all learners receive the supports necessary to benefit from their instruction. If you have educational concerns for your child, contact Bridge Educational Advocacy for assistance.

Elizabeth Bonker was diagnosed with nonverbal autism, and over the weekend she delivered a speech at Rollins College via a text-to-speech computer program.

04/27/2022

The adverse impact of mental health difficulties on young people is almost immeasurable, but support services can make a substantive difference. School systems must work with families to ensure that learning is appropriately supported. If you have educational concerns, contact Bridge Educational Advocacy for assistance.

Four forces are propelling the rising rates of depression among young people.

04/25/2022

Bridge Educational Advocacy was founded on the belief that all learners can achieve educational benefit if given the appropriate services. Advocacy is the action of “support” that will make the difference when pursuing resources for your children. If you have educational concerns for your children, contact Bridge Educational Advocacy for assistance.