Melissa earned her bachelor’s degree in Elementary Education and Special Education from Bloomsburg University and her master’s degree in Special Education from West Chester University. Throughout her career, she has remained passionate about creating inclusive learning environments that support the academic, social, and emotional growth of all students. She works collaboratively with teachers, families, and school leaders to ensure students with diverse learning needs have meaningful access to high-quality instruction and the individualized support they need to be successful.

As a special education leader, Melissa is passionate about strengthening instructional practices through collaboration, professional learning, and data-informed decision-making. She is dedicated to building the capacity of both special education and general education teachers to effectively differentiate instruction, analyze student progress, and meet the unique needs of individual learners. Melissa believes that strong relationships, meaningful connections, and a sense of community are essential to student success.

Melissa resides in Hatfield, Pennsylvania, with her husband, Michael, and two sons, Jacob and Wyatt. Outside of school, she enjoys traveling, exploring history, fishing, baking, and searching for unique finds while thrifting.