Every Child's Potential.
Our Purpose.
DEA is an educational support organization providing educational advocacy, psychoeducational evaluations, professional development, parent coaching, and educational workshops that empower children, families, educators, and schools through trusted expertise, transparent communication, and evidence-based support.
ABOUT
Every child does better when the adults around them are informed.
Educational systems can be difficult to navigate. DEA provides trusted guidance, transparent communication, and evidence-based support so families, educators, and schools can make informed decisions together.
Educational Advocacy
Navigate educational meetings with confidence through preparation, collaboration, and evidence-based advocacy focused on what is best for the child.
Psychoeducational Evaluations
Comprehensive evaluations that provide meaningful insights and practical recommendations to support educational planning and student success.
Professional Development
Evidence-based training and coaching that help educators strengthen instructional practice and improve outcomes for all learners.
Distributed Education Advocacy is an independent advocacy firm, not a law firm. We do not provide legal representation or legal advice.
I spent years at the IEP table for the school system. Now I sit there for families — making sure their children get every service, support, and protection they are entitled to.
Founder, Kerriann Harrington
Our Values
These values guide every decision at DEA. They shape how we serve children, support families, collaborate with educators, develop new products, and grow as an organization.
Evidence-Based Decision Making
Every recommendation is grounded in research, data, and professional expertise.
We Don't Make Promises. We Make Plans.
We create thoughtful, informed plans that empower effective decision-making.
Hearts Before Action
Every decision begins with the child and the people who care about them.
Find the Glimmer
We focus on strengths, possibilities, and opportunities for growth in every child.
Clear is Kind. Kind is Clear.
Honest, respectful communication builds trust and stronger partnerships.
Consistency Creates Excellence
High standards, reliable processes, and continuous improvement produce exceptional outcomes.
Transparency Builds Trust
Relationships between families, educators, and schools are built through accountability, transparency, and integrity. We follow through.
