You Know Your Child Best. I’ll Help You Be Heard.

Unwavering Advocacy for Families Navigating Special Education in Massachusetts & Rhode Island

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Why Positive Pathways?

With lived experience as both a special education teacher and a parent, I know how to get schools to listen. I offer passionate, dependable advocacy, focused on real results, not endless waiting. I’ll empower you to confidently advocate for your child and get the support they need.

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    Lived Experience & Expertise

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    Your Calm in the Chaos

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    Real Results, Not Years of Waiting

When it comes to your child’s IEP: “you don’t know what you don’t know”—I help fill those gaps.

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I’ve been where you are.

I’ve always been drawn to supporting children with special needs. After earning my master’s in education, I started my career as a behavioral therapist, working one-on-one with children with autism. I loved being part of inclusive classrooms and quickly realized how powerful the right environment and advocacy can be.

But everything changed when my son started to struggle. Getting answers wasn’t easy; we waited two years for a formal autism diagnosis, which finally came over Zoom. I cried for a week, but then I went to work. I called every ABA provider, got on every waitlist, and fought for the right services. The school department wouldn’t even provide an aide for my son, despite his medical needs and the very real risks he faced every day.

That’s when I realized just how broken and overwhelming the system can feel for parents.

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What You Can Expect

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    Clear Understanding

    Know your child’s rights and what’s truly possible, not just what the school offers.

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    Uncover Gaps

    or missing services in your child’s IEP or 504 plan.

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    Build your case

    Gather the necessary data, and present your needs with confidence.

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    Access my network

    Trusted specialists, tutors, and resources to support your child.

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    Strategy and Strength

    Approach compromise and mediation with a strategic plan and confidence.

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    Be thoroughly prepared

    for every meeting, document, and negotiation.

Services Include:

  • IEP & 504 Plan Advocacy
  • School Placement & Program Recommendations
  • Classroom Observations
  • Expert Referrals
  • Mediation Support
  • Record Reviews & Ongoing Strategy
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You’re the expert on your child. I’m your guide, advocate, and calm in the chaos.

Testimonials

Samantha takes the time to really listen and understand your needs. She’s professional, thorough, and clearly passionate about what she does. Throughout the process, she made things that felt confusing or stressful so much easier to manage.

-Mikayla M., Client

What stands out most is her genuine commitment to helping families navigate the system. She always follows through, stays in touch, and makes sure you're informed and supported every step of the way.

-Mikayla M., Client

I can't say enough great things about Positive Pathways! Samantha is a wealth of knowledge and will always answer my calls or emails. She knows education law like the back of her hand and will always fight for my child to receive the services that she so rightfully deserves. If you are looking for an advocate, call Samantha! You won't be disappointed!

-Cathy C., Client
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Does this sound like you?

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    You’re the Strong-Willed Parent

    You don’t trust the system. You want more for your child than a “one size fits all” plan.

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    You Feel Defeated, But Ready to Fight

    You’re tired of hearing ‘no.’ You just need someone in your corner.

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    Your Family is Complex

    Maybe you’re co-parenting, maybe the paperwork feels endless, maybe you don’t even know what to ask for.

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    Your Child Deserves Better

    You want the least restrictive environment, proper supports, and to be truly seen.

Together, we will get your child what they need and what the law says they deserve.

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How It Works

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    Strategic Review & Plan

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    Advocacy In Action

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    Ongoing Support

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