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Katie Bartel

Parent Advocate

Empowering parents to be advocates for their kids.

I Get It Because I've Been There 

I know how overwhelming this can feel.

I'm a mom who's been right where you are, banging up against policies that didn't make sense, asking questions that went nowhere, and figuring out how to fight for what my kids needed. All of that taught me how to be a fierce advocate for my own children.

Now I take everything I learned the hard way and use it to help other families. I work with parents to help them navigate the school system without losing their minds, speak up without second-guessing themselves, and actually make things better for their kids.

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Informed parents advocate better, push harder and help make schools that work for all kids.

My Approach

It’s simple: communicate clearly, collaborate genuinely, and push for change that counts. I help you be heard, build relationships that work, and keep everyone focused on what matters most.

Communicate

Clear, honest communication opens doors. I help you find your voice and use it in meaningful ways that get results.

Collaborate

Real change happens when everyone's at the table. I help families and schools work together, not against each other, to find solutions that actually help kids.

Create Change

Your voice can change the system. I help parents move from frustrated to effective, creating schools that truly support all kids.

Parent Advocacy Support

I want to give you the tools to advocate confidently, not just now, but for years to come.

Dealing with the school system shouldn't feel like a constant uphill battle. Whether you're walking into a tough meeting or trying to sort out a conflict with administration, you don't have to figure it out alone.

A Note on Fees: I don't think parents should have to pay to be heard. I volunteer my time because every parent deserves support and you shouldn't have to do it alone.

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Advocacy Coaching.

Let’s cut through the overwhelm and create a clear path forward together.

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Meeting Support

Walk in confident. Walk out heard. I'll be with you the whole way.

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Communication Building

Know your rights, who to talk to, and how to be both collaborative and unshakeable when it matters most.

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Frequently Asked Questions

  • Think of me as your strategic partner. I don't speak for you. I help you speak more effectively. I bring the technical knowledge of how schools work and the clear-headed strategy you need to make sure your child gets the support they deserve.

  • I believe support should be accessible to everyone, not just families who can pay for it. I'm passionate about public education that works for all kids, and volunteering is how I make sure parents aren't left to navigate the system alone.

  • Actually, it often does the opposite. When you show up prepared, grounded in data and policy, schools are more likely to work with you, not against you. That's the shift I help create.

Not sure where to start? Reach out. Let's figure it out together.

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