In 2000, Shelly transitioned into education, beginning her teaching career in Florida before returning to Virginia in 2002. Over her 21-year teaching career, she taught high school journalism and English, led award-winning student programs, and earned numerous honors, including Rookie Teacher of the Year in 2000 and 2001, and Teacher of the Year in 2016.

Beyond the classroom, Shelly served on the Virginia High School League Publications Advisory Committee, the Verdun Adventure Bound Board of Directors, and the Fauquier County Crime Commission. In 2017, she founded Citizen Cents to advocate for financial transparency in school districts, a grassroots effort that helped lead to long-overdue teacher pay adjustments in Fauquier County.

In 2021, Shelly stepped away from teaching and, a year later, became a founding member of the School Board Member Alliance (SBMA). She went on to serve on the board of directors and chaired both the education and marketing committees before being named Executive Director. Alongside her nonprofit work, she’s working toward her MPA and is a freelance reporter. In her spare time, she enjoys playing tennis and spending time with her family. She lives in Fauquier County with her husband, two Jack Russell Terriers, and an African Gray parrot.

She served two terms as an elected member of the Loudoun County School Board, representing the Blue Ridge District from 2012 to 2019, including a tenure as Vice-Chairman.

As the founder and president of Stature Consulting, Jill guides schools in implementing effective governance practices and policies and supports civic groups in developing charter schools. She has also served as a School Governance Specialist for Athlos Academies, focusing on coaching and legislative relations. Jill’s extensive network of connections at state and federal levels enables her to build strong partnerships in advocacy and policy development.

Jill holds a Master of Education from Shenandoah University and a Bachelor of Science in Family Science from Brigham Young University. Her dedication to education and governance underscores her commitment to improving opportunities for all children to achieve academic excellence.

With a strong background in leveraging technology to streamline workflows and enhance user experiences, Michelle has built a reputation as a tech problem-solver and creative strategist.

Her professional journey includes managing web infrastructure, developing social media strategies, and producing high-quality digital content across various industries, including education, media, and small business. Michelle’s experience spans web design, search engine optimization (SEO), graphic design, video production, and event coordination. She has successfully spearheaded projects such as launching electronic newsletters, designing websites, and improving internal processes for organizations like Noah Webster Educational Foundation and New Geneva Leadership Academy.

With a passion for efficiency and innovation, Michelle plays a pivotal role in SBMA’s mission, ensuring its digital platforms effectively communicate with and serve members across Virginia.