Disclaimer & Terms of Support

1. Nature of Services

The services provided by Katie Bartel are offered on a volunteer, peer-support basis. I am a Parent Advocate, not a licensed professional, attorney, or educational psychologist. The guidance, coaching, and information provided are based on personal experience, lived expertise in navigating the school system, and a review of publicly available policies.

2. Not Legal or Medical Advice

The information provided on this website and during our sessions does not constitute legal, medical, or clinical advice.

  • Legal: I am not an attorney. My support does not create an attorney-client relationship. If you require legal representation or advice regarding education law or litigation, please consult a qualified legal professional.

  • Medical/Clinical: I do not provide diagnostic services or clinical recommendations. Any discussion regarding your child’s health or psychological assessments should be reviewed with a qualified healthcare professional.

3. Limitation of Liability

While I strive to provide accurate information and effective advocacy strategies, I cannot guarantee specific outcomes or results from school district meetings, placements, or appeals. The final decision-making authority regarding a child’s education remains with the parent/guardian and the school district. I shall not be held liable for any actions taken, or not taken, based on the information or coaching provided.

4. No Professional-Client Relationship

Participation in these volunteer services does not establish a professional or fiduciary relationship. As a volunteer, I reserve the right to decline or terminate support at any time if the situation falls outside my scope of knowledge or if a conflict of interest arises.

5. Confidentiality

I value your family's privacy and will maintain the confidentiality of all documents and discussions shared during our collaboration. However, please note that as a volunteer advocate, these communications are not protected by "professional privilege" (such as doctor-patient or attorney-client privilege) and may be subject to disclosure if required by law.