Jennifer Bernheim

FOUNDER & ADVOCATE

As the mom of a dyslexic learner, Jennifer knows how challenging it can be to navigate the special education process in a public school district, which is why she founded Right to Read Advocacy. Jennifer helps parents demystify this overwhelming process and empowers them to support their child's needs. In her advocacy, she emphasizes of consistent communication, detailed record keeping, and progress monitoring, all of which can improve student outcomes.

Jennifer has completed the esteemed Council of Parent Attorneys and Advocates’ (COPAA) Special Education and Advocacy Training (SEAT) 1.0 course and SEAT 2.0 course. She adheres to COPAA’s Advocate Voluntary Code of Ethics. Additional education includes the Orton-Gillingham Academy Subscriber Course and WrightsLaw Special Ed Law & Advocacy Training.

Prior to founding Right to Read Advocacy, Jennifer spent 20 years as a public relations practitioner, providing strategic communications support for purpose-driven companies. She has a master’s degree in Communication Studies from the University of Rhode Island. Jennifer lives in Weston with her husband, their three children, and Australian labradoodle.

Jennifer is a non-attorney, educational advocate. She does not provide legal advice.

“The real fear that I have for dyslexic people is not that they have to struggle with jumbled input or that they can’t spell, but that they will quit on themselves before they get out of school. Parents have to create victories whenever they can, whether it’s music, sports or art. You want your dyslexic child to be able to say: ‘Yeah, reading’s hard. But I have these other things that I can do.’”

— Stephen J. Cannell, Emmy-winning TV producer

Kind Words About Jennifer

  • “Jennifer’s professionalism, knowledge, and authentic concern for children with dyslexia is evident in all of the services that she provides to help them be successful in school and life. She is a passionate change-agent and I have no doubt that everyone who works with her will see results. I highly recommend Jennifer and Right to Read Advocacy.”

    Jennifer C.

  • “I have worked with Jennifer for nearly a year now, and I thoroughly recommend her in any capacity related to helping your child be successful in their education. Her guidance has made a real difference in my child's life. She has helped me with navigating the confusing IEP/PPT process, and has provided me with the support I need to be a good parent.

    “Her wealth of knowledge and attention to detail has helped me in my engagement with the school district and allowed me to better informed in all aspects of the special education process. If you're struggling and overwhelmed with trying to get the help you need, then I recommend you get in touch with Jennifer!”

    J.C.

  • “Jennifer was amazing to work with. Her involvement in IEP meetings provided a level of professionalism and accountability that we had not seen prior to working with her. She was both empathetic to what we were going through as a family and direct in terms of suggesting the best ways to achieve the best outcomes with the school. We are in a whole different place because of working with Right to Read. THANK YOU.”

    Leigh Hurst, PA

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