Who is AASC?

Supporting and Collaborating With Educators

Our team supports educators in improving both academic and functional outcomes for students with disabilities. We utilize implementation science to support schools and districts to implement, sustain, and scale up evidence-based practices.

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Academic Alliance Staff

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Dr. Mitch Yell

University of South Carolina Senior Advisor
Deanna Parish

Dr. Deanna Parish

Program Director
Susan Thomas

Dr. Susan Thomas

Facilitative Coach for District Support
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Jenny Saunders

Program Coordinator

Academic Alliance Advisory Board

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Suzanne Adlof

Associate Professor, University of South Carolina
Kate Ascetta

Dr. Kate Ascetta

Assistant Professor, University of South Carolina
Judy Elliott

Dr. Judy Elliot

Former Chief Academic Officer, LA Unified School District
Amy Holbert

Amy Holbert

CEO, Family Connection of S.C.
Devin Kearns

Dr. Devin Kearns

Associate Professor, University of Connecticut
Alisa Lowrey

Dr. Alisa Lowery

Professor, University of Southern Mississippi
Paul Riccomini

Dr. Paul Riccomini

Professor, Penn State University
Pamela Stecker

Dr. Pam Stecker

Professor, Clemson University

Our Partners for Academic Alliance

We are working with other experts in the education field to provide the best support and resources. This collection of partners will continue to grow as we are open to more connections within our common goal of academic success.

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