Theresa Sester

Theresa Sester- Special Education Advocate, Independent Facilitator & Consultant Theresa Sester is a dedicated special education advocate with over 15 years of experience supporting families navigating the complexities of the IEP and 504 process. As the founder of Pathways to Advocacy and Co-Chair of the COPAA Parent Committee, Theresa has built a reputation for her in-depth knowledge, strategic advocacy, and relentless pursuit of educational equity for students with disabilities. Theresa’s journey as an advocate began as a parent seeking appropriate services for her own child. This firsthand experience ignited her passion for special education advocacy, leading her to help countless families ensure their children receive the supports and services they are entitled to under IDEA. She specializes in IEP reviews, compliance issues, due process preparation, and helping parents become empowered advocates for their children. In addition to her expertise in special education, Theresa has