Special Education Advocate
in University City, MO

Helping St. Louis families navigate IEP meetings, 504 plans, and school district negotiations. Your child deserves the right services — we make sure they get them.

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Do You Need a Special Education Advocate?

If any of these sound familiar, REACH can help families in University City and St. Louis.

School denied or delayed an IEP evaluation School isn't following your child's IEP or 504 plan You feel outnumbered at school meetings Your child was suspended or faces expulsion You don't understand evaluation results Your child isn't making progress despite a plan

Education Advocacy Services in St. Louis

Comprehensive special education advocacy for families navigating IEP and 504 processes

IEP Advocacy

We attend IEP meetings with you, help prepare beforehand, and ensure your child's plan reflects their actual needs.

504 Plan Support

Developing and implementing Section 504 plans for children who need accommodations but may not qualify for an IEP.

Meeting Representation

We sit with you at school meetings, speak on your behalf, and keep the conversation focused on your child.

Parent Consultation

One-on-one guidance to review documents, understand evaluations, and plan your next steps.
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Why Families in St. Louis Choose REACH

Navigating the special education system in Missouri can be overwhelming. School districts have teams of administrators, special education coordinators, and psychologists — families often face those IEP meetings alone. REACH levels the playing field as your dedicated education advocate.

We work directly with parents and guardians throughout St. Louis County to understand their child's needs, review school evaluations and IEP documents, and build an advocacy plan that puts the child first.

  • IEP and 504 plan review and development
  • In-person meeting attendance and advocacy
  • Records review and evaluation analysis
  • Communication with school districts on your behalf
  • Guidance on federal and state education rights

Meet Meghan Bach →
Meghan Bach - Founder of REACH

Meet Your Education Advocate

Meghan Bach founded REACH — Representation and Education Advocacy for Children — to give families in University City and greater St. Louis a professional advocate in the special education system. With hands-on experience navigating IEP meetings, Section 504 plans, and school district negotiations under IDEA, she understands how Missouri schools operate — and where they fail families.

As a Washington University graduate with a background in neuroscience and psychology, Meghan brings deep knowledge of how children learn and what accommodations they need. She stands beside parents at every meeting and ensures every child receives the special education services guaranteed under federal and state law.

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How Our Advocacy Process Works

From free consultation to IEP resolution — a clear path for St. Louis families

1

Free Consultation

Call or email to tell us about your situation. We'll listen, ask questions, and determine if our services are the right fit for your family.

2

Records Review

We review your child's IEP, 504 plan, evaluations, and school correspondence to identify concerns, gaps, or areas for improvement.

3

Advocacy & Representation

We attend meetings with you, communicate with the school district on your behalf, and advocate for the services your child needs.

4

Follow-Up

We monitor implementation of agreements, check in with your family, and remain available if new issues arise with the school.

What St. Louis Parents Say

“I felt completely lost going into my daughter's IEP meeting. REACH helped me understand her rights and what to ask for. For the first time, I felt like someone was on our side.”

M.R. — St. Louis County

“The school kept telling me my son didn't qualify for services. Meghan reviewed his evaluations, identified gaps, and within two meetings we had a plan in place.”

K.T. — University City

“We were facing an expulsion hearing and had no idea what our rights were. Meghan walked us through every step and our son stayed in school.”

D.L. — Creve Coeur

“Meghan helped us get a 504 plan for our daughter's anxiety. The school had been dismissive for months, but once she got involved, things moved quickly.”

S.W. — Clayton

“One consultation gave me more clarity than three meetings with the school district. She explained everything in plain language.”

A.P. — Maplewood

“Having Meghan at the IEP table changed everything. They added services they'd been refusing for over a year.”

J.H. — University City

Ready for a Special Education Advocate?

Schedule a free consultation with an experienced IEP and 504 plan advocate in University City, MO.

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Contact Your Education Advocate

Schedule a free consultation about IEP advocacy, 504 plans, or school meeting representation in St. Louis

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Contact Information

Address

7212 Westmoreland Dr.
University City, MO 63130

Phone

(314) 305-4193

Email

help@raeacc.com

Hours

Monday – Friday: 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Saturday: By Appointment
Sunday: Closed

Education Advocate Serving University City & St. Louis, MO

REACH — Representation and Education Advocacy for Children — is a professional special education advocacy service based in University City, Missouri. Founded by Meghan Bach, a Washington University graduate with expertise in neuroscience, psychology, and education law, REACH helps families throughout the St. Louis metropolitan area navigate the complex special education system.

Whether your child needs an Individualized Education Program (IEP), a Section 504 plan, or you need professional representation at a school meeting, REACH provides hands-on advocacy that puts your child's needs first. We understand Missouri special education regulations, IDEA requirements, and how St. Louis area school districts operate.

Every child deserves access to a free and appropriate public education. When school districts fall short, families need an experienced advocate who knows the law, understands the process, and isn't afraid to push back. That's what REACH provides — clear, focused, effective advocacy for children and families in Missouri.

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