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About Kate Elman

Kate has been a special education teacher of students with Autism, ADHD, and other developmental disorders in New Jersey schools since 2010. She recently took up a new teaching position at a private school for students with special needs. She has a degree in Psychology/Special Education with a minor in Mathematics from Marist College in Poughkeepsie, NY. She currently attends graduate school at Montclair State University in NJ and is taking classes in the Educational Administration program to further her career as a school leader. Kate has always sought out leadership roles throughout her life and sees herself becoming a Director of Special Education of a school district to personally make sure all students with disabilities receive the services they need and deserve. Kate is also on a second journey towards a healthier lifestyle. Her motto is, “It’s not worth it, but you are <3” and encourages everyone to live by these words each day. If you would like to talk to Kate (about anything!), send her a message at kateelman@gmail.com. She looks forward to hearing from her readers!

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