​​​Keely Buchanan is an educational consultant, school choice expert, and expert witness who has spent more than a decade helping families navigate Colorado's educational landscape and make informed school decisions.

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Since founding Colorado Educational Consulting in 2015, Keely has worked with hundreds of families across Colorado, helping them evaluate public, charter, innovation, magnet, online, and private school options. She is known for her extensive knowledge of Colorado schools, her ability to simplify complex educational systems, and her commitment to helping families find educational environments that align with each student's unique strengths, needs, and goals.

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In addition to consulting with families, Keely works with attorneys, mediators, collaborative professionals, and courts on matters involving educational placement, school choice disputes, parental relocation, and other education-related issues. She has been accepted by Colorado courts as an expert witness and has served as an advisory witness in matters requiring educational research and analysis.

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Keely's work is grounded in comprehensive research and objective evaluation. Depending on the nature of an engagement, her process may include reviewing educational records, interviewing relevant stakeholders, researching available educational options, evaluating program characteristics, and analyzing factors that may impact a student's educational experience. Her recommendations are individualized, research-based, and designed to support informed decision-making.

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She has particular expertise in gifted education, twice-exceptional learners, school choice systems, and helping families understand the educational opportunities available throughout Colorado. Her experience spans both general education and specialized educational programming, allowing her to assist families with a wide range of educational needs and circumstances.

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Keely is a frequent speaker, presenter, and educational resource for families and professionals throughout Colorado. She is passionate about making educational information more accessible and helping people feel confident in their educational decisions.

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Whether supporting a family exploring school options, assisting professionals involved in complex educational decisions, or providing expert analysis in legal matters, Keely's goal is to provide clear, reliable information that helps people make thoughtful educational choices.

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Curriculum Vitae (CV), testimony history, fee schedule, and engagement information are available for attorneys, courts, and professional referrals.