SHELLY AGOSTINE

OWNER

BIO
As the parent of children with special needs and a trained advocate, I have dedicated many years to helping support them in their home, community and educational settings.  This requires knowledge, dedication, perseverance, understanding and training.  I have taken my skills, education and training and applied them to a career in Special and Gifted Education Advocacy and 504 Process since 2011.

EDUCATION
Pre-Law Studies

English

CREDENTIALS:

Member of the Colorado Special Education Advisory Committee (CSEAC)

5th Congressional District

 Present

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Institute for Special Education Advocacy (ISEA)

2014

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Member of COPAA (Council of Parent, Attorney and Advocates

Present

Kansas Dept. of Education

Educational Advocate Program - Foster Care

2012-2014

 

Member of Special Education and Community Advisory Committees  

Multiple States

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Member of Board of Education Policy Review Committee and Special Education Strategic Planning Committee

Maryland - 2017 & 2018

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Vice President, Dream Centers Women's Auxiliary

Present

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AMFAS - American Military Families Autism Support Group Advisor

Present

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Volunteer - Special Needs Ministry Buddy Program, Leadership Team: rEcess Program (respite care) Sibling Track Supervisor

New Life Church, Colorado Springs, CO

2015-2019

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Parent Support Group Developer/Facilitator

(Building Based and Social Media Platforms)

in coordination with Exceptional Family Member Program, US Army, DoD

Present