Student Self-Advocacy Check, Learner Version

Self-advocacy is a student's ability to understand how they learn and stand up for what they need. This self-check is written for students to use themselves, with support as needed. It walks a learner through four areas: knowing how they learn best, asking for access such as clarification or an interpreter, taking part in setting their own goals and joining planning meetings, and reflecting on their progress. Use it with students to build the independence and confidence they will carry into new settings after school. Plain language and short prompts keep it usable across a range of ages and reading levels.