Lauren Clifton brings over 17 years of experience in special education across diverse settings, including inclusion, co-teaching, and specialized classrooms serving students with complex academic, behavioral, and medical needs. She began her career while in college as a special education dance instructor, sparking a lifelong commitment to inclusive, student-centered practices. Lauren later taught students with mild/moderate and moderate/severe disabilities in California, trained in crisis prevention, and after moving to Texas, became an educational diagnostician.

Lauren holds a degree in Liberal Studies, a master’s degree in education with an emphasis in special education, and Texas EC–12 special education and educational diagnostician certifications. Her professional background provides deep expertise in evaluation, eligibility, and individualized educational planning.

Lauren is known for translating complex special education law and assessment data into clear, actionable guidance. Her work centers on strengthening compliant, student-focused decision-making and ensuring teams move beyond checklists to deliver meaningful, individualized support.

With over 40 years of experience in elementary education, Linda is a dedicated advocate for students and families. Currently serving as a Board Member for a High School District, Linda is committed to expanding resources to meet the diverse needs of every child.

Drawing from personal experience navigating IEP meetings for a special needs son and supporting two grandchildren in special education, Linda deeply understands the challenges families face in ensuring their children’s educational needs are met.

Having a daughter with a genetic condition, 22q11.2 Deletion Syndrome, led to her passion for helping families by advocating for students. Shannon has the compassion, communication skills, and knowledge to work with families and school districts, bringing them all together to create successful IEPs for students.

Stephanie is a distinguished operations leader and advocate for special education, with over twenty years of diverse professional experience. She currently serves as a School Board Trustee and has made significant strides in advocating for students, special education, and public schools, demonstrating a deep commitment to educational issues.

Her dedication to special education is rooted in personal experience. Married to a military veteran and a mother of three, Stephanie’s journey into special education began in 2017 after her child was diagnosed with ADHD, expressive language impairment and multiple learning disabilities. Her mission is clear: to ensure that every child she serves receives a free appropriate public education. Stephanie’s unique blend of professional skills and personal dedication positions her as a powerful advocate for special education. As a mother to children with special needs and having endured a traumatic brain injury herself, Stephanie’s advocacy is both personal and profound.

Stephanie has represented educational interests on Capitol Hill and at the Texas Capitol, and has trained elected officials on special education topics with entities like the Texas Association of School Boards and the National School Boards Association. Her educational background includes a Bachelor’s Degree in Criminal Justice from the University of North Texas, along with a certificate in volunteer management and she’s certified in mergers and acquisitions.

My driving passion is to ensure every child has absolutely everything they need and has every opportunity to prepare them for further education, independent living, and future employment. I have dedicated my life and career to education by earning a bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Florida and a master’s degree in Emotional Handicap and another in Varying Exceptionalities from Nova Southeastern University. With 27 years of experience as a teacher with a National Board Certification in Early Childhood Generalist, having years of experience as a Literacy Specialist, and serving as part of the School Administration Team, I am eager to get the best outcome for your child.

My Special Education career continues today as I navigate my last child through his transition years as part of the 18–21-year-old Transition Program. I have represented him at a due process hearing to fight for his Assistive Technology needs to be recognized and met. We have already successfully navigated three of our children through special education and transition programs, gaining employment and independent living after accessing and receiving services in Intellectual Disabilities, Autism Spectrum Disorder, Speech and Language Impairment, Specific Learning Disabilities, and Occupational Therapy programs.

As an advocate, I work tirelessly to help children achieve their best life by ensuring they receive all the needed support and opportunities by using excellent communication skills to show your child’s unique needs and circumstances.

With 35+ years in education and a personal drive, Elena is now a dedicated advocate for children with special needs. Since retiring from teaching, she focuses on helping families navigate their educational journeys for their kids’ success.

Elena holds a BS in Early Childhood Education from Southern Connecticut State University and has endorsements in Reading, ESOL, and Financial Planning. She has always been a strong advocate for her students, ensuring they have the support they need. Elena’s advocacy is personal, too, as she fights for her 19-year-old nephew with severe Autism and ADHD. Her goal is his happiness and success. Highly organized and effective under pressure, Elena builds strong relationships with families to find the best solutions for their children. She is committed to discovering and supporting what’s best for each student.