About Kelli

My Story:

My advocacy journey began long before I became an education advocate. For more than 25 years, I have worked with children and families in a variety of social service settings, including work with youth, survivors of domestic violence, and individuals with disabilities.
When my son was born in 2012 with Down syndrome, I suddenly experienced complex systems from a different perspective-- not only as a professioal, but as a parent. An unexpectedly long hospital stay and time in the NICU quickly taught me what it meant to advocate for my own child. The work I had been passionate about for years became deeply personal.
That experience eventually led me to work on disability and education advocacy. Today, I use both my professional experience and my perspective as a parent to help families understand the special education process, find their voice at the table, and advocate effectively for their children.

My Experience

25+ Years in Social Services
Experience working with children, families, individuals with disabilities, and diverse populations.

14 Years in Disability Advocacy
Focused experience supporting individuals with disabilities and their families

Education Advocacy Training
Training and experience navigating special education, IEPs, 504 plans, evaluations, and parent rights.

Professional + Parent Perspective
Experience navigating disability and education systems both professionally and as a parent.

My Approach to Advocacy

I believe effective advocacy begins with understanding each child's indvidual needs and building productive relationships with the people who support them I work alongside families to help them understand their options, communicate their concerns with confidence, and participate meaningfully in decisions about their child's education.
My approach is collaborative and solution-focused, while always keeping the child's needs at the center of the conversation.

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