Dawn Fleming-Kendall

Advocate and Coach

Dawn Fleming-Kendall spent years inside the education system—as a special education teacher, public school administrator, and charter school developer—before realizing something most people are afraid to say out loud:The system doesn’t work for a lot of kids.So she stopped trying to fix families and started helping families challenge the system instead.Dawn is a mom of five, many with special needs, and a former foster parent, which means the work she does is not theoretical—it’s lived.Today she works with parents as a coach, advocate, and educational strategist, helping families ask better questions, push back when necessary, and design paths for their children that go far beyond what traditional education imagines.Dawn is known for thinking differently, speaking plainly, and helping families find the courage to do what actually works for their child.

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How I Help Families
Educational Advocacy & StrategyIf your child is struggling in school, I help you understand what is happening and how to respond.Together we can:Review IEPs, 504 plans, and evaluation reportsPrepare for school meetingsDevelop a strategy for advocating effectivelyIdentify when supports are missing or inappropriateHelp you communicate clearly and confidently with schoolsAttend meetings with you.The goal is not just to attend meetings—it’s to build a strategy that actually supports your child.Parent CoachingMany parents know something isn’t working but aren’t sure what to do next.Parent coaching sessions focus on:Understanding your child’s needs and behaviorsNavigating diagnoses and servicesReducing chaos and stress at homeBuilding practical systems that work for your familyDeveloping confidence in your parenting decisionsYou leave with clear next steps—not more confusion.Homeschool, Scholarship & Alternative Education PlanningSometimes the traditional model simply doesn’t fit.I help families explore options such as:Homeschooling or hybrid learningDesigning personalized learning plansSupporting neurodivergent learners at homeStructuring days that balance learning, independence, and life skillsFor many families, the goal is not just education—it’s helping their child rediscover a love of learning.Sessions are practical, honest, and focused on solutions.You can expect:Direct feedbackClear explanationsActionable strategiesReal-world experience—not theoryMy goal is simple:
Help you move forward with clarity and confidence.Ready to Get Started?If you’re ready to take the next step, schedule a session below.

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Dawn Fleming-Kendall has been featured on the Beautifully Complex Podcast, the Intentional IEP Podcast, and in Education Week, where she shares insights on special education advocacy, parenting complex learners, and thinking beyond traditional education systems.If you would like Dawn to speak on your podcast, join a panel, or present at a training or event, please reach out.

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