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Special Education Advocate & IEP Consulting | Leominster, MA | Mountain Pass Consulting

Special Education Advocacy & IEP Support in Massachusetts

Expert guidance for families navigating IEPs, 504 Plans, and Special Education laws.

What Does a Special Education Advocate Do?

A Special Education Advocate assists families in navigating the complex educational system to ensure their child receives appropriate services. At Mountain Pass Consulting, we bridge the gap between parents and schools by:

  • Interpreting complex educational assessments and evaluations.
  • Attending IEP (Individualized Education Program) and 504 team meetings.
  • Ensuring the school district follows state and federal special education laws (IDEA).
  • Developing data-driven goals using Applied Behavior Analysis (ABA) principles.

Serving Leominster and Worcester County Families

Located in Leominster, MA, we understand the specific landscape of Massachusetts school districts. Whether your child is transitioning from Early Intervention or requires a more robust IEP in high school, we provide local, personalized support.

Common Questions About Special Education Advocacy

Do I need an advocate for my child's IEP meeting?

If you feel unheard by the school team, or if you are unsure if your child's IEP goals are effective, an advocate can provide the objective expertise needed to secure better outcomes.

How can Mountain Pass Consulting help with a 504 plan?

We review your child's medical or behavioral needs and collaborate with the school to implement accommodations that remove barriers to learning, ensuring the 504 plan is legally compliant and effective.

What is the difference between an IEP and a 504 plan?

An IEP (Individualized Education Program) provides specialized instruction for students with disabilities, while a 504 plan provides accommodations to ensure equal access to education. We help you determine which path is right for your child.

Ready to Advocate for Your Child?

You don't have to navigate the special education process alone.

Schedule a Free 30-Minute Consultation

Meet Your Advocate

Samantha Delano BCBA, LABA

Sam prides herself on her supportive, individualized, collaborative and detail-oriented approach to educational consulting and advocacy. She takes a holistic, compassionate and strength-based view, focusing on teaching skills and building independence while respecting the autonomy and values of each individual.


Sam has worked with individuals in every age group, from Early Intervention to those transitioning into adult services. She has worked in public schools, private schools, out-of-district placements, and home/center-based services. Her strengths include developing effective treatments for challenging behaviors, supporting the implementation of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems, using an individual’s interests to teach new skills, generalizing skills throughout an individual’s life in meaningful ways, and fostering independence through a collaborative team approach.


In addition to being an educational consultant and advocate, Sam is a nationally certified ski instructor and holds certifications in both alpine and adaptive ski instruction. Her passion for teaching and working with people with disabilities goes beyond her work in the classroom. The seed for these passions was planted in her love for therapeutic recreation. Sam’s firsthand experience has taught her that learning goes beyond the traditional classroom; skills that can be taught through therapeutic recreation and leisure skills can not only be generalized to the academic setting but can unlock lifelong passions, build meaningful social relationships, and help individuals live well-balanced and fulfilling lives. Whether it is in the classroom, the dojo, or on the slopes, Sam is always eager to guide individuals to their fullest potential.

Meet Your Advocate

Samantha Delano BCBA, LABA

Sam prides herself on her supportive, individualized, collaborative and detail-oriented approach to educational consulting and advocacy. She takes a holistic, compassionate and strength-based view, focusing on teaching skills and building independence while respecting the autonomy and values of each individual.


Sam has worked with individuals in every age group, from Early Intervention to those transitioning into adult services. She has worked in public schools, private schools, out-of-district placements, and home/center-based services. Her strengths include developing effective treatments for challenging behaviors, supporting the implementation of Augmentative and Alternative Communication (AAC) systems, using an individual’s interests to teach new skills, generalizing skills throughout an individual’s life in meaningful ways, and fostering independence through a collaborative team approach.


In addition to being an educational consultant and advocate, Sam is a nationally certified ski instructor and holds certifications in both alpine and adaptive ski instruction. Her passion for teaching and working with people with disabilities goes beyond her work in the classroom. The seed for these passions was planted in her love for therapeutic recreation. Sam’s firsthand experience has taught her that learning goes beyond the traditional classroom; skills that can be taught through therapeutic recreation and leisure skills can not only be generalized to the academic setting but can unlock lifelong passions, build meaningful social relationships, and help individuals live well-balanced and fulfilling lives. Whether it is in the classroom, the dojo, or on the slopes, Sam is always eager to guide individuals to their fullest potential.

“The Function of Education is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. Intelligence plus character-that is the goal of true education."


- Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.