Michelle Kinner is a Program Specialist for the Tehama County Department of Education She oversees the SELPA’s Alternative Dispute Resolution and Prevention program by providing a continuum of supports for families and districts in Tehama County. Michelle is also part of the Statewide System of Support as a member of the Special Education Resource Lead (SERL) in Alternative Dispute Resolution, Pathways to Partnership. Michelle earned her Education Specialist Credentials, Administrative Services Credential, and Master’s Degree in Education at California State University, Chico. She is passionate about the work of Alternative Dispute Resolution and Prevention and all that it can do to support equity, inclusion, collaboration, and connection with families, students, and districts.