Whether you're a school leader, educator, or family member—we’re here to support you.
Whether you're a school leader, educator, or family member—we’re here to support you.
Elevating Special Education. Empowering School Teams. Expanding What’s Possible.
At ElevatEd, we believe that effective, inclusive education is not just a goal, it’s a responsibility. We partner with schools, districts, and organizations to strengthen systems, build staff capacity, and center the needs of students receiving specialized services.
Founded by experienced educator and leader Katie Zehowski in 2022, ElevatEd was created out of a deep desire to help schools do more than just meet compliance standards, we help them design programs where students thrive, educators feel supported, and families feel seen and heard.
We know the work is complex. But we also know it’s possible and incredibly powerful, when we do it together.
We Serve:
Charter Schools
Public School Districts
Alternative and Therapeutic Programs
Special Education Directors + Coordinators
General and Special Educators
Leadership Teams + Boards
Families Navigating the SPED Process
At ElevatEd, we provide deeply personalized consulting services to support schools, educators, and families in creating inclusive, high-quality learning environments. With a strong foundation in special education, leadership, and systemic design, we partner with schools across Minnesota and beyond to elevate the experiences of students with diverse needs.
Whether you're a charter school designing your special education program from the ground up, a team leader navigating compliance, or a teacher looking for practical support in behavior planning, we meet you where you are—and build with you from there.
We offer comprehensive special education support, including individualized education program (IEP) development, due process coaching, and full file reviews to ensure compliance and student-centered alignment. Our team brings deep expertise in autism spectrum disorders, emotional and behavioral needs, and low-incidence disabilities. We also provide guidance for Independent Education Evaluations (IEEs), functional behavior assessments (FBAs) and behavior intervention plans (BIPs) that are practical, positive, and trauma-informed.
We help schools design and refine their special education programs, policies, and systems, especially in charter and alternative settings. From writing handbooks, like your Total Special Education Systems (TSES) and procedures to launching new programming and navigating ESY (Extended School Year) planning, we support schools in building sustainable structures that truly work for students and staff.
We provide engaging, evidence-based professional development tailored to your needs. Our workshops cover everything from inclusive practices and IEP best practices to restorative approaches and MTSS (multi-tiered systems of support). We also mentor new special educators and coach leaders, building capacity at every level.
Strong partnerships with families are key to student success. We support parents and guardians in navigating the special education process with confidence and clarity. We also facilitate IEP meetings, provide advocacy-informed coaching, and offer community workshops that bring everyone to the table with empathy and shared purpose.
We know that every school is different, which is why we offer flexible support models, including on-call consultation, project-based work, and ongoing partnerships. Whether you need a thought partner during a staffing change or a long-term consultant to help scale your programs, we bring expertise, heart, and adaptability. Our services are available virtually, on-site, or in hybrid formats to fit your needs.
We Are Rooted in Experience
With decades of hands-on leadership in charter, alternative, and public education settings, we understand the realities schools face and the systems that help them succeed.
Our Focus Is Strategic + Student-Centered
We don’t believe in one-size-fits-all. Every engagement is tailored to your context, your team, and your goals -- always centering what's best for students.
Leading With Special Education Expertise
From IEP support and due process reviews to autism consultation and behavior planning, we bring deep, current, and actionable expertise to every partnership.
We Have Passion and Practicality
We’re here to help you dream big and implement well. Our work balances bold thinking with concrete steps, so you can move forward with clarity and confidence.
“Katie is an incredible partner—equal parts visionary and practical. Our staff felt supported, informed, and inspired.”
— Charter School Leader
“ElevatEd helped us strengthen our SPED systems from the ground up. They bring heart and expertise to everything they do.”
— School Partner