Martina Sholiton enjoyed a long career in public education. She has worked as a special education teacher, supervisor and administrator of special education services throughout California, Arizona and New York. As a result of her extensive experience, Martina recognized schools alone cannot meet the diagnosed needs of many students and their families. Consequently, Martina made the decision to step outside of the public school system to found PACES—Parental Advocacy for Children in Exceptional Situations. PACES is an organization with the mission and vision to serve children and families in need of the support required to ensure their educational and personal needs are met according to law. Paces works with public and private agencies to ensure children receive the services necessary to be academically and personally successful.