2025 SELPA ADR Conference - Synergy in Action!

Has spent 30 years as an educator and advocate for students and families whose needs fall outside traditional school system offerings. Holding increasingly responsible positions as director, administrative director, and assistant superintendent at school districts in California and... Read More →

Julia Martin has been the SFUSD Special Education Ombudperson since 2019. In this role, she works as the ADR Administrator and family, community and staff liaison for students with Individualized Education Programs (IEPs).  The Ombuds office assists parents, guardians and community... Read More →

Wendy has served as Interim Executive Director of Support for Families since April 2022 and led the organization through significant operational challenges and positive organizational change. Previously, Ms. Neikirk Rhodes held leadership positions with arts and civil rights organizations... Read More →