What Every Parent Should Know About Psycho-Educational Evaluations
A Guide to Understanding, Advocating, and Supporting Your Child
By Pearl Garza-Hinojosa, M.Ed., NCED #939

Are you concerned about your child's learning, attention, or behavior at school—but unsure where to begin?
Do terms like "504 Plan," "IEP," or "dyslexia" leave you feeling overwhelmed?
You're not alone—and you don't have to navigate it alone.

In this accessible, empowering guide, nationally certified educational diagnostician Pearl Garza-Hinojosa breaks down the complex world of psycho-educational evaluations in a way that is practical, compassionate, and deeply informed. Designed especially for parents, caregivers, and advocates, this book walks you step-by-step through:

✅ What psycho-educational evaluations are—and what they are not
✅ How to recognize when an evaluation is needed
✅ The difference between school-based and private evaluations
✅ Understanding test results in plain language
✅ Building effective IEPs, 504 Plans, and intervention strategies
✅ Common diagnoses such as ADHD, dyslexia, autism, and twice-exceptional profiles
✅ Your legal rights—and how to advocate with confidence
✅ Real stories, sample reports, and actionable next steps

Whether you're at the beginning of the journey or in the midst of it, this book is your roadmap to clarity, collaboration, and success.

Because every child deserves to be understood—and every parent deserves the tools to help them thrive.