Special Education Advocacy
Advocacy at The Connected Student
At The Connected Student, Katie supports students in Northern Virginia through personalized services grounded in connection and expertise. She partners closely with families to advocate effectively and promote student success. Her specialties include special education advocacy, educational testing, literacy intervention, and behavior support—all delivered with compassion and care.
Navigating the world of special education can feel overwhelming - but you don’t have to do it alone. Katie works alongside families to advocate for the services their child needs. Katie brings knowledge of special education law and years of firsthand classroom experience to help bridge the gap between what is written in educational plans and what actually happens in your child’s school day.
“Every child deserves a champion - an adult who will never give up on them. Who understands the power of connection, and insists that they become the best they can possibly be.”
-Rita Pierson