Championing
inclusion
and creating
Belongingness
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FACILITATION SERVICES
Bringing together diverse teams to achieve goals
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CONSULTING
In the disability community
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SEPAC CREATION AND GUIDANCE
For school districts and families
What people are saying.
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“SEPAC has been a fantastic addition for Westfield Washington Schools. It has improved parent and school staff relationships allowing for programming/services transparency. Mendi Cooley has been essential in planning and developing a clear mission and vision for our committee.”
— Dr. Chase Stinson, Director of Human Resources for Westfield Washington Schools Comment end
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“Mrs. Cooley merges personal and professional experiences in a proactive and collaborative manner. She is knowledgeable, kind, and has a genuine interest in helping others navigate the complexities of raising a child or dependent with disabilities.”
— Dr. Angie Balsley, Founder & CEO of Unified Leadership
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“Mendi radiates creativity, empathy, and determination, ensuring every student finds a voice in their educational journey. She is an expert at forging meaningful connections with families and schools, and always ensuring that her collaborators feel supported and empowered”
— Ney Vivo + Avanelle, Founder & CEO - Therapprove
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“Mendi has been really great for helping us develop clear ways to collaborate with our district's families, staff, and administration.”
— Shannon DeNoon, parent lead of a SEPAC
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“Mendi is a dedicated advocate for individuals with special needs. Her kind leadership makes others feel welcomed and encouraged to partner with her in her worthwhile cause.”
— Rachel DeLafuente, educator serving on a SEPAC
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“Mendi is a great listener and always makes you feel heard. She does a great job weeding through the emotions to get to the root issue. Mendi also asks what you think the best solution or action would have been in a certain situation or issue. I think this keen ability allows everyone working with her to stay on the same page.”
— Michelle Degnan, parent serving on a SEPAC

