Cathy Patane

Cathy Patane is an experienced education professional currently serving as the Counseling Department Chair and College and Career Transition Coordinator at Zionsville Community Schools since September 2018. In this role, Cathy focuses on program development related to post-secondary options, including college, workforce, and military pathways. Additionally, Cathy has been an Independent Education Consultant at Next Level College Consultants since June 2018, assisting students in navigating the college application process. Previous experience includes roles as a counselor and teacher at Carmel Clay Schools and Mathew Flinders College, as well as a virtual instructor with Indiana Online. Cathy's expertise encompasses academic, social, and emotional support for students, along with significant experience in instructional design for online learning. Cathy holds a Master's degree in School Counseling from Indiana University Indianapolis and a degree in History Education from IU-Bloomington.