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ABOUT US

Sage Educational Advocacy and Consulting is a nationwide, professional, highly experienced advocacy group formed to remove barriers and empower families to navigate inherently complex educational systems. Rooted in the core values that every student learns, every family deserves to be empowered, and strengths first, Sage is committed to ensuring that families and students maximize their educational experiences. Through a model of advocacy, consulting, and direct coaching, Sage empowers families. Your child only gets one shot in the education system. A special education advocate can help you ensure they get what they are entitled to.

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Our mission is to ensure that students’ rights under IDEA are upheld, defended, and championed. Through our experienced, individualized special education advocacy, we will safeguard and protect your student’s right to a Free Appropriate Public Education (FAPE).

 

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Why Sage?

Make sure your child gets what they deserve under the law. A special education advocate can help.

Exceptional Experience

The advantage of Sage is its exceptional insight into the political functioning of large and competitive school districts. Through the lens of a former director of special education, Sage offers a unique advantage in supporting families and students. Well versed in federal and state laws, Sage supports clients nationwide.

The Sage Advantage

Educated & Informed

  • Master of Arts: Special Education

  • Master of Arts: Educational Administration

  • Bachelor of Arts: Psychology

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  • Administrative experience in large, competitive school districts in both Denver Metro, Colorado and the San Francisco Bay Area, California.

  • Supports clients nationwide.

Over 25 Years of Diverse Experience Across Various Areas of Expertise

  • Teacher  

  • Principal  

  • Special Education Law (IDEA)  

  • Juvenile Justice  

  • ECE to Out-of-District  

  • Parent  

  • Director Of Special Education  

Unique Abilities

  • Accommodations Expert

  • Trauma-Informed 

  • Ability to Simplify the Complex 

  • Ability to Mediate and Negotiate

  • Takes Perceived Barriers and Finds Solutions

  • IEP Analysis, Process & Procedures

Nationwide Testimonials 

Georgia

From our first phone conversation, I knew we made the right decision. Mr. Winston’s experience on his website sounded good, but our personal partnership with him has been life altering for us and our son.  Even though we are several states apart, Mr. Winston has taken what seemed like a hopeless and impossible situation and turned it into a success story far beyond our expectations. Mr. Winston exudes the highest level of professionalism, his knowledge of the interworking of school operation is unmatched, and his passion to advocate for students and parents who need help the most is unlike anything we have ever encountered. We only wish we had found him sooner! In our opinion, there is nobody better! To say we are satisfied with the results he has produced for our son is an understatement. Thank you Phil!

Professional Associations

Wrightslaw Yellowpages for kids
National Association for the Education of Young Children

Wrightslaw Yellow Pages for Kids

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