Growing up, Adrienne witnessed her mother navigating the school and special education systems to gain appropriate support for herself and her siblings. She went into special education to help a community she cares deeply for. Over her teaching career, she taught in Los Angeles, Berlin, and Portland. Adrienne was drawn to advocacy work and enjoys it because it allows her to assist students and families in collaborating with districts to put plans in place that support a student in reaching their potential. She firmly believes in the “I” of the IEP, students are served best with informed, data-driven, individualized education plans.
As a mother of two very active boys, Adrienne’s days are full. When she is not working, she enjoys reading, playing board games, hiking, and camping.