WHO WE ARE

Meredith Gotlin is an educational consultant, holding two Master's Degrees in Education, one in Educational Leadership and Supervision, and one in Secondary Mathematics Education. Her work for over 16 years as a principal, an assistant principal and middle school mathematics teacher for the New York City Department of Education (NYCDOE) has been guided by her deeply held belief in equity for all children.

As a mother of three children who have attended a wide array of schools in New York City, she not only brings her professional experience to partner with families, but also her broad experience with the school system as a parent and advocate.

At Someplace to Start, Meredith believes her responsibility is to support, suggest and partner. Through working together, her ultimate goal is to help families make the best educational choices for their child(ren) and to empower parents/guardians with the tools to advocate effectively on their own.

Using her expertise and vast network of resources and experts, Someplace to Start will partner with you to create a plan of action for your child's educational future. Meredith has the professional and personal experience, as well as the skills to navigate through an often confusing system.

From experience, Meredith understands that an important part of any family's process is finding the right support system for their child. Therefore, Meredith will share resources with you and your family. Someplace to Start has a wide network of professionals, including but not limited to, learning specialists, psychologists, speech pathologists, OT and PT providers, as well as research-based materials and references.

Educational Planning, Support, and Advocacy

Decoding a mystifying process and turning it into JOY

WHO WE ARE

Using her expertise and vast network of resources and experts, Someplace to Start will partner with you to create a plan of action for your child's educational future. Meredith has the professional and personal experience, as well as the skills to navigate through an often confusing system.

Educational Planning, Support, and Advocacy

Decoding a mystifying process and turning it into JOY

WHO WE ARE

Using her expertise and vast network of resources and experts, Someplace to Start will partner with you to create a plan of action for your child's educational future. Meredith has the professional and personal experience, as well as the skills to navigate through an often confusing system.

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