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Founder, Educational Consultant

- Bachelor of Education – [York 2020] (Certified in Ontario and trained in various education practices) - Former Classroom Teacher – Experienced in both public and private education systems (Grades K–12; literacy support, enrichment, and remedial instruction) - Founder of Star Students – Established in 2020, serving families worldwide with: - Personalized homeschooling curriculum design - Academic coaching for neurodivergent and gifted learners - Educational consulting for alternative learning paths - Specialized in Neurodivergent Learning (Experience supporting ADHD, autism, dyslexia, and twice-exceptional students) - Curriculum Developer – Designs cross-curricular, project-based lesson plans aligned with provincial and state standards - Guest Speaker & Podcast Contributor (Regularly invited to speak about education reform, homeschooling, and learner-centered teaching) - Education Coach for Parents – Guides families in transitioning from school to home education with legal, emotional, and academic support

About Kimberly Gawne

Kimberly Gawne is the founder of Star Students, a personalized education service helping families reimagine learning outside the traditional system. With a background in education and a lifelong passion for empowering kids, Kimberly specializes in homeschooling support, neurodivergent learning strategies, and custom academic coaching for students worldwide. Driven by her own struggles in the school system and a belief in “Progress Without Politics,” Kimberly built Star Students to champion flexible, values-aligned education that truly fits the learner—not the system. She’s worked with K–12 students across Canada, the U.S., and beyond, developing individualized plans that meet academic standards while prioritizing joy, curiosity, and confidence. Whether designing ADHD-friendly curriculum or coaching parents through homeschooling laws and lesson plans, Kimberly brings a thoughtful, empathetic, and experienced approach to everything she does. Through Star Students, she helps families take back control of their children’s education—one meaningful, personalized lesson at a time.

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