Crux means the heart of the matter—the essential point. At Crux Advocacy, that point is always the child’s needs.
Expert guidance for families and schools to get to the root of challenges, cut through complexity, and focus on what matters most: the child.
What Sets Crux Advocacy Apart for Families
I bring a perspective that is different from most advocacy firms. While many advocates see schools only from a parent’s point of view, I have over 30 years of experience on both sides of the table—as a school psychologist and district administrator. This dual insight allows me to help families navigate the education system with clarity, confidence, and effectiveness.
Why Families Choose Crux Advocacy:
Expertise Across the Education System: I understand both what families need and what schools can realistically provide.
Focus on the Core Needs: I identify your child’s most critical challenges and design strategies that address root issues, not just symptoms.
Personalized, Actionable Guidance: From IEPs and 504 Plans to evaluations and behavior strategies, I provide step-by-step advice tailored to your child.
Parent Coaching and Advocacy: I empower you with communication strategies, review school documents, and attend meetings if needed to ensure your voice is heard.
Practical, Evidence-Based Solutions: Recommendations are realistic, effective, and aligned with your child’s learning environment.
How Families Benefit:
Clear understanding of evaluations, reports, and legal documents.
Confidence and preparation for school meetings.
Multiple options and strategies to support your child’s growth and success.
A partner who focuses on what truly matters: your child thriving.
Schedule your free 20-minute consultation to see which option is best for your family.
Services are available virtually nationwide.
What Sets Crux Advocacy Apart for Schools:
Why Schools Choose Crux Advocacy:
Deep Understanding of School Systems: I know the inner workings of districts from both administrative and psychological perspectives, so solutions are realistic, effective, and sustainable.
Evidence-Based, Practical Guidance: I help districts implement MTSS, gap analyses, strategic planning, and proactive special education practices.
Focus on Root Causes: Instead of just addressing symptoms, I identify the core challenges that limit student success and design interventions that produce lasting results.
Professional Development & Coaching: Training for leaders, psychologists, and staff on special education, disability awareness, and effective interventions.
Collaborative Approach: I work alongside district teams to ensure initiatives align with district priorities, resources, and goals.
How Schools Benefit:
Streamlined processes for academic and behavioral support.
Improved collaboration among staff, families, and leadership.
Clear, actionable plans that lead to measurable student outcomes.
Contact me to discuss a customized plan for your school or district.
Services are available virtually nationwide.
Guidance Backed by 30+ Years of Inside Experience
What Clients Are Saying
As our Quintuplets prepared to attend kindergarten, John was instrumental in helping us determine which of our children would require special education services in the Canfield School District....
Dear Families, I’ve had the privilege of working alongside Dr. John Vitto for many years, and I can say with complete confidence that you are enlisting one of the very best…
As a school administrator and special education director, I had the priviledge to work with John in multiple collegial capacities over an eight-year period…