About Academic and Behavior Consultants
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Brenda Mann: MA Ed-Educator with over 30 years of experience and Mom who “GETS IT"

THE HISTORY

With over 20 years of experience in both public and private schools, I’ve seen too many families struggle to support their children academically—simply because they weren’t given the right tools or guidance.

Teachers are not allowed to suggest diagnoses such as ADHD, dyslexia, or anxiety, and physicians often don’t see how these challenges impact students in a classroom setting. As a result, many children go unsupported.

Well-meaning parents frequently work tirelessly at home, unintentionally “masking” their child’s struggles. Without the right strategies or school collaboration, their efforts don’t translate into success—and can even prevent their child from receiving the support they truly need.

When parents understand how to effectively advocate and support their child, outcomes can change dramatically. That’s where I come in.

MY MISSION

My mission is to provide comprehensive support for children struggling academically or behaviorally by strengthening the connection between home and school.

I help families understand their child’s needs, find the right professional support, and implement effective strategies that truly make a difference—especially for neurodiverse learners.

As both a mom who understands firsthand and an experienced educator, I am passionate about empowering parents with the knowledge and tools they need to confidently support their child.

Through my work, I have guided hundreds of children and families toward greater confidence, stronger skills, and lasting academic success.

Over 30 incredible years of working to support children and their families

  • Executive Function/Academic Coach(Executive Function, Study Skills, Self Advocacy, and Effective Parenting Strategies for Neurodiverse Learners)

  • School Advocacy-IEP, 504 Plans, and Tiered Interventions

  • Creator/Educator-"Empathy and Education-Effective Teaching for all Children" 

  • CHADD (Children and Adults with ADHD)* "Parent-to-Parent Educator "and Parent Coordinator

        Eastern Oakland County

  • Creator/Educator  Summer Executive Function/Academic Success and Math and Language Arts Boot Camps   

  • Parent Educator-"Parenting with Love and Logic"

  • Elementary, Middle School, and High School Remediation and General Education Teacher

  • Title 1 Educator-Remedial Summer School ELA

  •   Academic Tutor 

  • Motor Moms and Dads and Handwriting Without Tears 

 

         *CHADD is an organization that provides education, advocacy, and support for individuals with ADHD and their families. The CDC funds the National Resource Center on ADHD (NRC), a program of Children and Adults with Attention-Deficit/Hyperactivity Disorder (CHADD).

           

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