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The Instructional Services section develops state-level curriculum frameworks and academic standards, offering resources on classroom management, technology integration, and teaching strategies. The section also promotes the Alabama Multi-Tiered System of Support (AL-MTSS) frameworks to address the needs of struggling students.
Additionally, the Instructional Services section focuses on preparing students for college and careers, emphasizing outcomes such as attendance, graduation rates, and mental health. To ensure high-quality instruction and materials, educators should design engaging lessons, employ evidence-based practices, and regularly assess student progress. Through its programs, the Instructional Services section aims to improve student achievement and equip teachers with the necessary skills for effective instruction.
Instructional Services Leads and Units
State Staff
Mr. Sean Stevens
Mr. Sean Stevens
Coordinator
Dr. Blake Busbin
Education
Administrator
Academic Standards
Mrs. Cristin Dillard
Education
Administrator
College and Career Readiness/Talent Development
Mrs. Maria Franco
Education
Administrator
English Learners
Dr. Carolyn Jones
Education
Administrator
High-Quality Instructional Materials and Classroom/Instructional Support
Dr. Kay Warfield
Education
Administrator
Counseling, Guidance, and Student Supports
Shenitra Dees
Education Specialist
Susanne Estes
Education Specialist
Tracey Goreed
Education Specialist
Natalie Hubbard
Education Specialist
Monica Mack, Ph.D.
Education Specialist
Michal Robinson, Ed.D.
Education Specialist
Krisitie Shankles
Education Specialist
Jonathan Thompson
Education Specialist
Teresina Vazquez
Education Specialist
Support Staff
Lisa Townes
Lisa Townes
Administrative Support Assistant III
Holly Summerlin
Holly Summerlin
Administrative Support Assistant III
Becky Smith
Becky Smith
Administrative Support Assistant III
Regional Staff
Mrs. Kristie Shankles, Educational Specialist - AL-MTSS
Mr. Jonathan Thompson, Educational Specialist-AL-MTSS/HPE
Dr. Andrea Beall, Education Specialist - AL-MTSS
Mrs. Courtney Nelson, Education Specialist - AL-MTSS
Mrs. Andrea Walker, Education Specialist - AL-MTSS
EL Regional Specialists are assigned according to Regional Inservice Regions.
Contact your EL Regional Specialist for support.
Regions 1, 2, 4, 5, & 7: Mrs. Miguelina Quiñones-Mason
miguelina.quinones@alsde.edu
Regions 1: Dr. Monica Farris monica.farris@alsde.edu
Region 1 & 2: Ms. Robin Stutts rstutts@alsde.edu
Region 4: Dr. Stephanie Reynolds stephanie.reynolds@alsde.edu
Region 5: Mrs. Kelly Vaziri: kelly.vaziri@alsde.edu
Region 3 & 6: Mrs. Magon McAnelly magon.mcanelly@alsde.edu
Region 7: Mrs. Mayté Cotton mcotton@alsde.edu
Region 7 & 8: Mrs. Christina Thurman christina.thurman@alsde.edu
Region 9: Mrs. Emily Murray emily.murray@alsde.edu
Region 10 & 11: Mrs. Danielle White danielle.white@alsde.edu
Region 11: Mrs. Jhina Garcia-Snell jhina.garcia-snell@alsde.edu
Region 6 & 7: Mrs. Shannon Williams shannon.williams@alsde.edu
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