The Who Behind My Why

Karla Krivickas

Having a child with a disability changes you. After years as an education policy advisor and reformer, I found myself in a club I had never asked to join. I became a special education mom. Parents of children with disabilities are a daunting group. We fight harder than a mama bear, yet we can cry at the drop of a hat.

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The Who Behind My Why

Jenny Mullins

People often ask why I became an advocate for students with disabilities. The answer is deeply personal—it began with my daughter.

When my daughter was first diagnosed with autism over 13 years ago, I had no idea how hard I would need to fight for her to receive the education she deserved.

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Growing Up Undiagnosed

Amanda Steele

Today, I understand who I am. Yet this hasn’t always been the case.

I’m a mom, a wife, a speech language pathologist assistant, a non-profit leader, and a school board member. But it wasn’t until I was formally diagnosed with autism and ADHD in 2021 that I began to understand myself fully.

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From an Advocate

I can’t begin to tell you how encouraging it is to have a community of like minded professionals working together to support students with disabilities. I am so excited to connect with Champions for Kids and can’t wait to see the impact we can make together!

From a Partner Organization

Our students need us to have a unified voice advocating for them. Champions for Kids brings together these voices so that students with disabilities aren’t forgotten by people who make decisions for them. It is great to see so many different organizations working together!

From an Attorney

I’m so grateful for the opportunity to dig into state law and all of the unique ways the Arizona education system is unique.

From Therese Derivan

I’ve gone through many advocacy trainings but with Champions i’m finally receiving opportunities to put into action.

From Heather Bell

I would attend trainings only to find that Arizona has a unique nuance.

From a Parent

I can’t believe things haven’t gotten better since my child was in school.

From a Parent of a Child with a Disability

I wanted to thank you so much for all your advice, information and introductions regarding (my daughter’s) forced graduation. The last few months have been difficult! I don’t know what I would have done without you! You were truly a God-send. I am forever grateful to Champions for Kids!

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