Sarah Hughes is a Board Certified Behavior Analyst with extensive experience in special education and applied behavior analyst. She created programming within a local school district that served intensive 1:1 programming for students K -21 with social skill needs in behavior and communication. She dedicated 10 years to serving students and helping them gain the skills needed to return to least restrictive programming. She led a large school team of paraprofessionals that served each student in a 1:1 capacity. She prides herself in developing strong relationships with children and families during some of their most vulnerable times and helping them set a solid foundation for long-term success. 

She graduated with her bachelor’s degree from the University of Central Missouri with a double major in Early Childhood and Elementary Education in 2012. She went on to get her master’s degree from the University of Missouri - Columbia through the MU Fellows Teaching Program in 2013. After working in special education, she developed her passion for helping individuals with developmental disabilities and went on to complete national certification in becoming a BCBA in 2020. She received an Excellence in Teaching Award in 2021. 

In her spare time, she enjoys watching her daughter play soccer, listening to music, watching sports, and cuddling her chocolate lab named Hershey.

Elizabeth Lancaster is a Registered Behavior Technician currently completing her degree in Psychology with a focus in Applied Behavior Analysis through Purdue Global. She brings over 7 years of hands-on experience in educational settings, where she has served as a behavior coach and intensive 1:1 paraprofessional specialist. Throughout her career, Elizabeth has implemented a wide range of behavior improvement plans and has taken on leadership roles, supporting and mentoring others in effective, evidence-based practices.

Elizabeth is deeply committed to building meaningful, trusting relationships with the children she serves and prides herself on meeting each child where they are, especially during challenging moments. Her dedication, professionalism, and impact have been recognized through multiple peer nominations for both building- and district-level awards.

Elizabeth enjoys watching movies and documentaries, cheering on her younger children in Taekwondo, and supporting her oldest child’s participation in Special Olympics activities. Her personal and professional experiences together fuel her passion for advocacy, inclusion, and helping individuals reach their fullest potential.