Hi my name is Lisa Smith and I am the Director of special education at Innovations Academy. This is going on my 11th year and I am happy to be returning for another year. I am the mother of 2 girls. One daughter has begun her career and my other daughter is off to her first year of college.  I have a bachelors degree in history from CAL, bachelors degree in Early Childhood development and masters degree in special education. I am also a dyslexia trained therapist.

I am excited to lead a team of special education experts to best support our students and families through their educational journey and focus on their strengths while supporting where they need intervention. I believe through mutual respect and relationships we can build strong education plans for students.

“Reading is like breathing in, Writing is like breathing out” -Pam Allyn