Special Education Mediation Services

Special Education Mediation Services Special Education Mediation Services help students, parents and educators make decisions that improve education outcomes.

our service is free to schools/educators and family's of students in special education.

What kind of ripples are you making?Every conversation, every act of listening, and every moment of understanding can cr...
09/16/2026

What kind of ripples are you making?

Every conversation, every act of listening, and every moment of understanding can create ripples that reach far beyond the moment.

In special education, small steps toward collaboration can lead to meaningful change. A pause before responding, truly listening to another perspective, or choosing to work together can make a difference for students, families, and educators.

At Special Education Mediation Services (SEMS), we believe positive change begins with connection, communication, and collaboration.
What kind of ripples will you create today?

833-543-7178
www.Mikids1st.org

If you’re attending the Detroit Culture Center Association Educator Night at the Detroit Public Library Gallery Room fro...
09/15/2026

If you’re attending the Detroit Culture Center Association Educator Night at the Detroit Public Library Gallery Room from 4:00-7:00 PM today, be sure to stop by and see Beth!

She is hosting an exhibit table with information about SEMS, and she would love to connect with you, answer questions, and share more about our resources.

833-543-7178
www.MiKids1st.org

Every voice matters. Every person matters. In Special Education meetings, every member of the team brings valuable insig...
09/15/2026

Every voice matters. Every person matters.

In Special Education meetings, every member of the team brings valuable insight, experience, and perspective. When we create space for everyone to feel heard, valued, respected, and included, we can work together toward solutions that keep the student at the center.

At Special Education Mediation Services, we believe collaboration starts with listening—and every voice deserves to be heard.
You are important. You belong here. You matter. You have a voice.

833-543-7178
www.MiKids1st.org

🍎 Fall is here—and so is a new school year! 🍂For many students and families, this time of year also means the beginning ...
09/14/2026

🍎 Fall is here—and so is a new school year! 🍂

For many students and families, this time of year also means the beginning of IEPs and other Special Education meetings.
These meetings are an important opportunity for families and schools to come together, listen, collaborate, and focus on what matters most—the student.

If you have an upcoming Special Education meeting and think additional support could help, Special Education Mediation Services (SEMS) is here for you.

Our services are free, voluntary, confidential, and neutral, with support available to help families and schools communicate, collaborate, and work toward solutions.

📞 833-543-7178
🌐 MiKids1st.org

Start the school year with collaboration, communication, and a shared focus on student success.

Special education can sometimes feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate it alone. Special Education Mediation S...
09/11/2026

Special education can sometimes feel overwhelming—but you don’t have to navigate it alone.

Special Education Mediation Services (SEMS) is here to help families and schools build understanding, strengthen communication, and work together to find solutions that keep the student at the center.

Whether you need support with an IEP, IFSP, or another special education meeting, we’re here to help. Our services are free, voluntary, confidential, and provided by a neutral third party.

📞 833-543-7178
🌐 www.MiKids1st.org

Behind every IEP is a child—with hopes, dreams, challenges, strengths, and so much potential. An IEP is more than a docu...
09/09/2026

Behind every IEP is a child—with hopes, dreams, challenges, strengths, and so much potential.

An IEP is more than a document or a label. It is an opportunity for families and schools to come together, listen to one another, build understanding, and create a path forward that keeps the student at the center.

At Special Education Mediation Services (SEMS), we believe collaboration can make a difference. When communication becomes challenging, we’re here to help bring voices together and keep the focus where it belongs—on the student.

📞 Call SEMS early. Call SEMS often
833-543-7178
www.MiKids1st.org
Our services are FREE and available statewide across Michigan.

Listening is more than simply hearing the words—it’s about slowing down, seeking to understand, and making space for eve...
09/08/2026

Listening is more than simply hearing the words—it’s about slowing down, seeking to understand, and making space for every voice at the table.

In Special Education, meaningful communication starts with listening. When families and schools truly listen to one another, it creates opportunities for understanding, collaboration, and stronger partnerships.

SEMS is here to help when communication gets difficult. Our services are FREE and available statewide to support families and schools in working together with the student at the center.

📞 Call SEMS early. Call us often.
833-543-7178
🌐 MiKids1st.org

Collaboration works best when we start early. In Special Education, waiting until communication breaks down or emotions ...
09/04/2026

Collaboration works best when we start early.

In Special Education, waiting until communication breaks down or emotions run high can make finding solutions much harder. Early collaboration creates space for listening, understanding different perspectives, building trust, and keeping the focus where it belongs—the student.

At Special Education Mediation Services, we believe collaboration, not confrontation, leads to solutions that last. You don’t have to wait for a conflict to become overwhelming before reaching out. Call SEMS early. Call us often.

Our services are FREE and available statewide across Michigan.
Let’s work together to turn difficult conversations into meaningful connections and lasting solutions.

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2111 University Park Drive, Ste 550
Lansing, MI
48917

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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