Look beyond the what and identify the why. Then how makes meaningful change.
Shari Perry
Educational Consultant & Advocate
As a lifelong special educator, I’ve dedicated myself to advocating for students and their families by facilitating communication between the school system and various stakeholders.
Simply put, I am a liaison between students, their families, school staff, and community support agencies.
The COVID-19 pandemic brought about a unique set of challenges in the educational consulting space. As a mother, I’ve seen the impact both at home and at work. I feel driven to do more for families caught in this confusing maze.
As an educational advocate I use my 30 years of experience as a special educator and central office administrator in Montgomery County Public Schools, to help families navigate complicated school systems, and collaboratively develop structured plans of support for their children.
Oftentimes, the school system's inherent roadblocks are overwhelming. Families do not feel heard nor know how to advocate for their children, I act as a conduit for families and strive to meet their children’s evolving academic and social-emotional needs.
My dedication to advocacy and expertise in various parts of the educational field enables me to provide a comprehensive, structured plan of support customized to meet both the academic and social-emotional needs of clients.
Professional Experience
Special Educator, Elementary, Middle and High School
Resource Teacher for Special Education, Middle School
Special Educator, Alternative Programs
Instructional Specialist, Division of Appeals
Coordinator, Division of Appeals
Education Credentials
Bachelor of Science, University of Maryland
Master’s in Education, University of Maryland
Administrator & Supervisory 1 Certification
Credentialed: Learning & Behavioral Disabilities
Proactive Strategies & Solutions
Shari Perry is also a co-founder of Proactive Strategies & Solutions.
Proactive Strategies & Solutions provides training and practical tools to private schools and community organizations to better support students’ academic, behavioral, and social-emotional challenges.
