About Us

Debby has been in education for 36 years. She has worked with children with special needs for twenty years in a classroom setting and consultant. She has a master’s degree in special education focusing on children with behavior and social skills issues. She has over 15 years in early childhood education and has spoken nationally at numerous conferences on team building, growing a school, community partnerships and weaving religious content into curriculum. She has received local and national recognition for her unique educational programs as well as written numerous articles on education and creating positive work environments. Debby has devoted her professional life to educating children and working with families and her team to build confident, smart learners.

Debby has two amazing daughters, a wonderful son-in-law and an adorable new granddaughter. She is grateful to have all her children and immediate family here in Gainesville. She believes there is no greater achievement than leaving the world better than how you found it. Her philosophy is instilled in her own family as well as her vision for Cedarville Global Community School.