Advocacy Specialists
Allison Jordan
We are thrilled to have Allison Jordan join the HRDC team as an advocate! Allison recently retired from her role as Assistant Superintendent after 33 years of service in public education. After graduating from Bowling State University with a bachelor’s degree in special education, Mrs. Jordan began her work teaching, supporting, and advocating for individuals with special needs and their families. Ms. Jordan brings unique and invaluable experiences and perspective to the table. She has taught individuals with special needs from Pre-K through adulthood. Seeing the impact of students’ educational opportunities and services as they move through each level of schooling and beyond informs and energizes her to help ensure students are getting the appropriate interventions, accommodations, and services they need.
Mrs. Jordan’s passion and knowledge in her field as a special education teacher was so evident, she was chosen for the first cohort of VDOE’s Aspiring Special Education Leadership Academy. Upon completion, Mrs. Jordan decided she could further her impact by entering school administration. She earned her master’s degree in educational administration and leadership from The George Washington University and went on to serve as an Assistant Principal, Principal, and Assistant Superintendent. Having seen ALL sides in special education is worth its weight in gold when it comes to an effective advocate, and we are delighted to have her!
In her free time, Allison enjoys working in her yard, cooking, and spending time with her beautiful family!
Anna Harris
Anna brings a diverse background in special education, school leadership, and compliance, with experience supporting students, families, and school teams in a variety of roles within public education. She began her career as a special education teacher, where she built a strong foundation in individualized instruction, IEP development, and collaborative problem-solving to support student growth and achievement.
Over the course of her career, Anna has served in both instructional and leadership roles, including as a school administrator and district-level compliance coordinator. In these positions, she worked closely with families, educators, and multidisciplinary teams to support students in accessing appropriate services aligned with federal and state special education laws. Her experience helps families better understand the special education process and feel more confident navigating conversations with school teams.
Anna is passionate about helping families feel informed and supported as they navigate their child’s education. She values equity and access and believes in a collaborative approach that brings families and schools together to support student success.