Empowering Learners,
Improving Outcomes

Tracer empowers families to navigate special education with confidence.

Mission

Tracer is working to empower parents and students while they navigate the complexities of the special education sector and to assist them on their educational journey as the student navigates the required transitions from preschool through to K-12; with the ultimate goal of effectively planning for post-secondary education and/or employment.

Vision

Tracer will serve as an all-in-one platform for parents to store their child’s necessary education documentation in a digital world. By making information easily accessible on both mobile devices and their computers so parents can review their child’s information no matter where they are. In addition, Tracer will also provide a centralized location for advocates and professionals (therapists and teachers) working with families to access this information and provide feedback.

Problem

Navigating the special education system is challenging and often involves:

Implementing Individual Education Plans (IEPs).
Parents and guardians informing and managing extensive documentation for IEPs.
No effective method for families to track their child’s educational progress.

Every child deserves the support they need to succeed—yet nearly 1 in 10 must navigate complex, fragmented systems to access it.
Tracer simplifies this journey and has been designed specifically to support these students.

8%

Children in Canada are diagnosed with a disability

17%

Children in the US are diagnosed with a disability

10%

Children globally are diagnosed with a disability

Tracer is an independent Learning Program application, customized to each child's needs, managed by parents, and guided by learning professionals from K-12.

Solution

An interactive, easy to use app to track your child’s progress.

Updates

Stay informed with real-time updates on your child’s educational journey.

Receipts

Easily upload and manage receipts for therapies, educational supports, and related expenses.

Documents

Securely store and access all important documents, including diagnosis, assessments, report cards, and correspondence.

IEP Tracker

Track and monitor your child’s Individual Education Plan (IEP) with clarity and confidence.

Key Contacts

Manage all key contacts in one place—from teachers and education assistants to therapists and medical professionals.

Sharing

Easily and securely share information with trusted members of your child’s support team.

My Story

I've come to know myself as a mother of a wonderful child with a disability. In 2020, my son Caleb was diagnosed with autism spectrum disorder. Receiving this news was undeniably challenging, and figuring out the next steps proved to be an even greater hurdle. Navigating the education system and understanding what Caleb needed for success felt like an overwhelming task.

As a parent, I found myself inundated with forms, questionnaires, and assessments. It became difficult to discern what truly mattered and what actions to take. One constant challenge was articulating my child's strengths and needs. Unfortunately, I discovered there was nothing in the market that allowed me to effectively track and synthesize all this data, let alone make sense of it or monitor Caleb's developmental journey.

Out of these struggles, I made the decision to create a solution myself. This is how Tracer came to be, with a singular objective: to empower parents of children with special needs. Tracer is not just a tool; it's a source of support and understanding for parents like me, helping us navigate the complexities and celebrate the unique journey of each child.